Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1213377

Variable Tussock Moth
Dasychira vagans

Observation date: June 29, 2019
Submitted by: SJAlbaugh75
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This might be a White-marked Tussock Moth, which are plentiful here. It's very boldly marked, however, and that makes me wonder if it's not a different species.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 02, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Knox County