Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1421419

Distinct Quaker
Achatia distincta

Observation date: April 09, 2026
Submitted by: Greg Sievert
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: First record for Kansas on BAMONA. Under a black light.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: April 11, 2026
Coordinator notes: There is one other sighting in KS on MPG - see this link: http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=10518
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Lyon County