Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1336461

White-marked Tussock Moth
Orgyia leucostigma

Observation date: July 27, 2022
Submitted by: robpendergast
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Lots of Spongy Moths started showing up on 7/27, I’ve tried feeding them to a few spiders and toads, but even those don’t seem to like L. dispar
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ilona L.
Verified date: August 01, 2022
Coordinator notes: Check the ID for 1336470 to see if you agree. I think it looks like Abagrotis anchocelioides.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Portage County