Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1301939

Observation date: July 16, 2021
Date notes: July 16, 2021 @ 11:10 am is exact date and time photographed.
Submitted by: AdTmi
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A Black Witch moth sighted in Manistee County, Manistee, Michigan in Filer township on Cherry Road approximately 1/4 mile south of Red Apple Road intersection on a nice sunny day following a large rain and thunderstorm with strong winds the night before. The moth was located on a neighbor’s shed above the shed door. Slightly tattered wings and both antenna appear broken off. The moth moved only slightly ( a few inches) on the shed wall all day. Remained there throughout the day and left shortly after dark. Specimen not collected.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mark Wheeler
Verified date: July 20, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Manistee County