Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1401719

Eight-spotted Forester
Alypia octomaculata

Observation date: May 20, 2025
Submitted by: spookymess
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Caterpillar was found on a pine tree in the yard, upside down eating bark on the tree - singular one found. No notable damage to tree. There was some Virginia creeper around on a fence as well as the other side of the tree.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 22, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, North Carolina, Craven County