Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1218304

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: July 20, 2019
Submitted by: andipandi
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Many caterpillars of the same species of varying ages hide under a milkweed leaf located in the shade. Air temp was around 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jamesdurbin
Verified date: August 27, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Iowa, Linn County