Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1149191

Common Fungus Moth
Metalectra discalis

Observation date: June 29, 2017
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to MV lamp / blacklight left on overnight in rural residential neighborhood dominated by hardwoods (liriodendron, maple, oak, sweet gum). Wingspan of 18 mm, measured in the resting position (i.e., wings not fully extended).
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: November 19, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Harford County, United States, Maryland