Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1296584

Observation date: June 21, 2021
Submitted by: plawryniuk
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: At least 3 of the same species attracted to porch light.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 04, 2021
Coordinator notes: This is either Halysidota tessellaris or Halysidota harrisii. Adults of these species in the eastern regions can only be separated by genitalia dissection.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Washington County