Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1161770

Harnessed Moth
Apantesis phalerata

Observation date: June 08, 2018
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to MV lamp set up at junction of three habitats: 120-year-old stand of mixed oaks (White Oak, Willow Oak), 16-yr-old stand of Sweetgum, and recently mowed old field. Partly cloudy skies, light breeze, temp 55 F.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 17, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Harford County, United States, Maryland