Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1277094

White-marked Tussock Moth
Orgyia leucostigma

Observation date: August 24, 2020
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found on wooded residential property with no understory; dominant trees include pine, oak, maple and holly. Property borders expansive agricultural land. Body length of 8 mm.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: October 09, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Caroline County