Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Western Tent Caterpillar Moth
Malacosoma californicum

Observation date: May 29, 2019
Submitted by: Scott Burgess
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Many tents observed on a soft-leaved Ceanothus. Larva in early to mid instars.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: February 23, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Trinity County