Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1131815

Hibiscus-leaf Caterpillar
Rusicada privata

Observation date: August 04, 2017
Date notes: 75°F/24°C Warm muggy & clear with a glow from a ¾ Orange Moon. No Moths out, but Caterpillars are hanging all around tonight!
Submitted by: Bkripto
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Eating on a Ross of Sharon Hibiscus leaf. (1¼" inch/32mm).
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: August 16, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Beaver County, United States, Pennsylvania