Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1251568

Definite Tussock Moth
Orgyia definita

Observation date: June 02, 2019
Submitted by: SusanPotomac
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: On a Styrax obassi sometimes called a "fragrant snowball." It's a deciduous, smaller, ornamental tree we've had about four years.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 04, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Montgomery County