Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1230283

Banded Tussock Moth or Pale Tiger Moth
Halysidota tessellaris

Observation date: August 31, 2019
Submitted by: hollyspf7
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: We have seen many of these caterpillars the past two weeks. We are by a lake in Union, Maine. It is cool and sunny
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: September 02, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Knox County