Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1317654

Peigler's oakworm moth
Anisota peigleri

Observation date: August 29, 2021
Submitted by: Allen B
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Larvae observed feeding on black oak from 8/12/21 until 8/29/21. Larvae were subsequently observed individually on the ground, presumably searching for suitable pupation sites.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Allen B
Verified date: December 21, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Fentress County