Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1370498

American Dagger Moth
Acronicta americana

Observation date: September 05, 2023
Submitted by: Jeanette Smith
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was seen in the road on a clear, hot, and humid day. Temp 78 degrees. Dewpoint 66 degrees. The caterpillar was in the middle of the road. This area has broken woods with oak, red and sugar maple, birch, and beech trees. There and also many eastern white pine and some spruce. There are the typical roadside weeds and plenty of poison ivy. The caterpillar was moving quickly along the length of the road.
Status: Resident
Verified by: John Calhoun
Verified date: September 05, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Kennebec County