Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1301097

Orange Wing Moth
Mellilla xanthometata

Observation date: June 11, 2021
Submitted by: S_Gucciardo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to night-lighting setup for moths. Surroundings mixed oak woods on dry upland, above Missouri River floodplain. Numerous individuals arrived during early part of effort.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jamesdurbin
Verified date: August 12, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Iowa, Pottawattamie County