Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1361342

Western Tent Caterpillar Moth
Malacosoma californicum

Observation date: June 28, 2023
Submitted by: acstar
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed in the Santa Fe National Forest on the Windsor Trail and along the Rio Nambe. Numerous(!) individuals seen all over the ground, rocks, trees, etc. Did not see them eating leaves, but saw them "hanging out" on branches of small trees (possibly aspen saplings) as shown in the picture.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: June 29, 2023
Coordinator notes: I think we have the western version.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County