Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1416763

California Oakworm
Phryganidia californica

Observation date: October 01, 2025
Submitted by: aniwalsh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was sitting against a glass door, so I was able to see its underside, which looked as if there were protrusions. The weather was 58 degrees and the moth was near a light indoors.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: November 05, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Alameda County