Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1133345

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: August 10, 2017
Submitted by: UffdaLife03
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I live in Janesville, WI. I found this caterpillar on my driveway heading into my garage. It was very warm and humid out and he seemed to be on a mission somewhere walking quickly. I've never seen a caterpillar like this so I Googled the description and found it is most likely a American Dagger Moth. I'm planning to make a home for it with bark, leaves from our Birch tree and sticks. Sorry the photograph wasnt very good. He was moving constantly.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: September 18, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Rock County, United States, Wisconsin