Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1404787

St. Lawrence Tiger Moth
Platarctia parthenos

Observation date: June 25, 2025
Submitted by: miaou
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I found him on the ground of the doorframe leading to the outside seating area of our workplace and thought he was dead at first. It was sunny out but still shaded and a bit chilly. He had worn areas on his wings but came back around when I kept him in my hands for a bit and he started walking around but wouldn’t fly away. I left him in a potted plant outside with a piece of pear and he seemed keen to munch on it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: June 25, 2025
Coordinator notes: Beautiful moth. Thanks! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): Canada, Saskatchewan