Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Morning-glory Prominent
Schizura ipomoeae

Observation date: August 31, 2018
Submitted by: Allen Belden
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Older urban neighborhood with large trees. On Viburnum dentatum. This caterpillar has an amazing ability to change its “look” based on substrate and lighting conditions.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 31, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Richmond, United States, Virginia