Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1233381

Great Leopard Moth
Hypercompe scribonia

Observation date: September 15, 2019
Submitted by: coldwatergold
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was on trunk of ornamental maple tree. Each time I attempted to move it to get another picture it went into 'protection mode'. Of course, the only way the red bands were visible was when it was curled up. The stick beside it is about 2 inches long. Please correct me if needed, many thanks.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 15, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Allegany County