Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1230889

Definite Tussock Moth
Orgyia definita

Observation date: July 20, 2018
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to MV lamp / blacklight set up along margin of mixed pine-hardwood stand with dense understory. Part of larger residential parcel with freshly mowed yard and small horse pasture.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 06, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Harford County