Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1282768

Purple Carrot-seed Moth
Depressaria depressana

Observation date: May 31, 2013
Submitted by: CelestiHel
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I come across these moths in my house a lot. It's a very old farmhouse that's not too buttoned up...lots of mice storing food in the walls. We assume that's what these critters are feeding on, since we keep all other food stored tight.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: December 25, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Vermont, Chittenden County

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