Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1416765

California Oakworm
Phryganidia californica

Observation date: October 28, 2025
Submitted by: aniwalsh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth flew from an outside tree (unidentifiable) onto the wall surface near a light source. The insect has plumose and a darker coloring than other oak moths witnessed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: November 05, 2025
Coordinator notes: Coloration is highly variable in this sp.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Alameda County