Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1229667

Observation date: August 27, 2019
Submitted by: WINGSaloftinKS
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen on window ledge of business in the evening under a large flood lamp that was attracting many moths. Stayed where it was. Crawled a little when I touched it. Then flew much higher, closer to the light source. When it flew up its underwings had some yellow-peach color with dark spots, and it's body looked yellow and black-striped. Weather: 68 degrees, 74% humidity.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: November 15, 2025
Coordinator notes: This might also be A. phalerata or A. carlotta. Can't really be certain, so I'll identify this to the genus level only. JRains
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Douglas County