Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1174233

Pink-striped oakworm moth
Anisota virginiensis

Observation date: July 28, 2018
Date notes: I found this caterpillar on my patio. I have never seen one like this before. Can you tell me what it is?
Submitted by: Wise1too
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hot morning in Jacksonville, FL. Nearby is a large oak tree, some citrus trees, grass, and a raised bed garden, which has parsley, onions, oregano, basil and assorted wildflowers. This caterpillar was in the middle of my patio, moving at a fast clip.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: July 30, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Duval County, United States, Florida