Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1172885

Observation date: July 23, 2018
Submitted by: scottj4hops
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: winery and vineyard approximately 3/4 mile away
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 19, 2018
Coordinator notes: This is either Desmia maculalis or Desmia funeralis. A dorsal view photo and a photo of the underside of the abdomen along with a measurement of the wingspan are needed to separate the 2 species.
Checklist region(s): Jessamine County, United States, Kentucky