Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1276869

Variable Tussock Moth
Dasychira vagans

Observation date: July 23, 2020
Submitted by: dawittrock2231
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Near a floodlight on my deck. Thanks for the tip on the BG Forum, that was interesting and makes sense when you think about it. Looking at those levels is a lot more efficient than trying to look at tribe and genus.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ilona L.
Verified date: October 06, 2020
Coordinator notes: Seems most likely.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Vilas County