Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1300916

Henry's Marsh Moth
Simyra insularis

Observation date: July 16, 2020
Submitted by: S_Gucciardo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Feeding at tip of Reed canary grass in full sun at edge of wet meadow. Individual noticed because it was rhythmically swaying its upper body back and forth.
Status: Resident
Verified by: J_Martineau
Verified date: July 16, 2021
Coordinator notes: Now in genus Acronicta.
Checklist region(s): United States, Nebraska, Washington County