Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1236587

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: October 05, 2019
Submitted by: Wildchild
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Fell off the side of my house onto my leg. Closest plant was butterfly bush, oaks and maples further away in yard. Very active after 40° night. Sunny and breezy 60° at time of sighting.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: October 27, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Putnam County