Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1409339

Banded Tussock Moth or Pale Tiger Moth
Halysidota tessellaris

Observation date: July 25, 2025
Submitted by: Daniel Morton
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BarbSendelbach
Verified date: July 27, 2025
Coordinator notes: Adults in the eastern regions can only be separated from Halysidota harrisii by genitalia dissection. I've approved these based on the fact that this is the more common species in New Jersey. However, it may be possible if you have a large amount of Sycamores in your particular area that I am incorrect.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Somerset County