Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1233984

Definite Tussock Moth
Orgyia definita

Observation date: September 03, 2019
Submitted by: achase
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Seen in wooded area near Forest Lake (it was on the railing to my house - I have about 1ac cleared yard, but the surrounding area is predominately deciduous trees). Smaller caterpillar - only about 1in long.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: September 06, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Cumberland County