Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1194609

Spotted Beet Webworm Moth
Hymenia perspectalis

Observation date: September 29, 2018
Date notes: Was seen two days in a row, both at midday. Host plant, beet, were grown earlier nearby.
Submitted by: HSVGardenGirl
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Feeding on cosmos, cockscomb, and goldenrod. It was very shy and would fly away when approached.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: November 21, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Arkansas, Saline County