Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1228794

Virgin Tiger Moth
Apantesis virgo

Observation date: August 24, 2019
Submitted by: ravelis02
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather was sunny and clear with a slight breeze; temperature was about 76 F. This guy was found in a restored prairie habitat at Perry Farm park in Bourbonnais, IL. Couldn't identify the host plant, but plants nearby include Queen Anne's lace, cup plant, prairie coneflower, red clover, and white sweet clover. I'm guessing it will be moth of some type, but I have no idea about the species.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 27, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, Kankakee County