Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1217516

Pale Epidelta Moth
Phalaenostola metonalis

Observation date: June 13, 2019
Submitted by: Susan McSwain
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The attached photos are not great, but it was getting dark and the moth was quite active. The long palps that diverge at the end caught my attention. I have attached one side view as well.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 18, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Nelson County