Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1238090

Banded Tussock Moth or Pale Tiger Moth
Halysidota tessellaris

Observation date: October 20, 2019
Submitted by: Littlewing
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was found under oak trees and a white mulberry tree on the patio table in a grassy lawn, a mimosa tree is also nearby. Weather was sunny and mid-70s
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: May 30, 2022
Coordinator notes: Obviously this is Halysidota tesselaris after looking thru species caterpillar images. JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Crawford County