Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1315079

Observation date: October 21, 2021
Date notes: This moth was spotted inside of my house. Temperatures are getting colder, but it's not too cold yet.
Submitted by: Nazrinn
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 1 dot on each winds. Bottom wings are barely visible and mostly hidden under the top wings. The end on the abdomen is distinctly white, and the end of the wings are feathered. Has antennae and an proboscis, though very fine. About 2cm wingspan. Abdomen is around 1 cm. When interacted with from the front, the insect bobs up and down a bit before flapping their wind once then setting down.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: October 22, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Quebec