Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1222076

Harnessed Moth
Apantesis phalerata

Observation date: August 29, 2018
Submitted by: tirvine2020
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This moth was found flying near a light. It was flying rapidly in circles at times and would sometimes bounce off the walls, seemingly incompletely aware of its surroundings or not fully in control of the flight.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 17, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.