Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1411822

Velvet Armyworm Moth
Spodoptera latifascia

Observation date: August 17, 2025
Date notes: Exact time and date noted
Submitted by: NatLink25
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 98 degrees HOT. Host plant: My established meditation garden zinnias. Originally on top of flower then moving to the shaded petals.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ozark_Bill
Verified date: August 18, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Missouri, Jackson County