Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1274610

Peigler's oakworm moth
Anisota peigleri

Observation date: September 14, 2020
Submitted by: Jess D
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Large caterpillar wandering around my patio before pupating. It was not near the scarlet oak, but I have seen eggs on the tree.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mikelchap
Verified date: September 16, 2020
Coordinator notes: Anisota senatoria doesn't occur in Georgia.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Paulding County