Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1158225

Salt Marsh Moth or Acrea Moth
Estigmene acrea

Observation date: May 21, 2018
Submitted by: KS.trailwalker
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Moth was clinging to a low-growing plant. I urged the moth onto a stick so I could get a better look at it. Its wings were curled and it almost certainly was unable to fly. The weather was cool, about 65º, and damp after an early-morning rain.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: May 22, 2018
Coordinator notes: Moth just emerged from pupa and was looking for a place to expand and dry its wings. Should have been able to fly several hours from when the photos were taken.
Checklist region(s): Anderson County, United States, Kansas