Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1160226

Salt Marsh Moth or Acrea Moth
Estigmene acrea

Observation date: June 04, 2018
Submitted by: tclay24
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found sitting on a book on the workshop table of my garage. I released it outside. Many of the known host plants for Estigmene acrea can be found in my yard, including apple trees and corn. I believe this is a male due to the orange coloration of the hind wing.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 05, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Wayne County, United States, New York

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