Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1275429

Palmerworm Moth
Dichomeris ligulella

Observation date: September 15, 2020
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to MV lamp at margin of coastal-plain forest dominated by Sweet Gum and Maple, and open weedy field succumbing to successional growth. Apparent body length of 10 mm.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 22, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Cecil County