Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1331507

Southern Flannel Moth
Megalopyge opercularis

Observation date: July 06, 2022
Submitted by: egilley
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found in a moth trap. Humidity 89%, temp 80 F. The trap is set up about 50 feet from an acre of turkey and water oaks, sweetgums, and pine.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 07, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Duval County