Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1405121

Linden Looper Moth
Erannis tiliaria

Observation date: June 27, 2025
Submitted by: Dogoszhi
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A host of these caterpillars has defoliated many examples of New Mexico locust, Robinia neomexicana, and is in the process of defoliating others. The caterpillars have also moved onto other leafy species. Sunny, pleasantly cool.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: June 28, 2025
Coordinator notes: Curiously, MPG doesn't seem to have any records of E. tiliaria in NM (although BAMONA does). JRains
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Bernalillo County