Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1309956

Definite Tussock Moth
Orgyia definita

Observation date: August 31, 2021
Submitted by: Leslie Warren
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was climbing up a Horse Chestnut tree.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: October 23, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Mahoning County