Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1185215

Fall Armyworm Moth
Spodoptera frugiperda

Observation date: September 03, 2018
Submitted by: Jacksenzig
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Keeps wings close when at rest every time like a Fleece-winged Dart. Hides in shadows and cracks.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ilona L.
Verified date: September 04, 2018
Coordinator notes: Bugguide.net is a useful tool for checking out range maps for moths. Spodoptera latifascia is found only in southern states.
Checklist region(s): Racine County, United States, Wisconsin