Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1249735

White-marked Tussock Moth
Orgyia leucostigma

Observation date: May 24, 2020
Submitted by: jessica_cook_1
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was walking around the edge of one of my terra cotta pots as pictured. Although I am unsure of the species of succulent in this pot, there were sunflower, tomato, basil, oregano, thyme, lantana, mexican heather and lavender nearby.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 25, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.