Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1421912

Pink-Legged Tiger Moth
Spilosoma latipennis

Observation date: April 16, 2026
Submitted by: carolinavk1
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Missing scales on wings, and struggling to fly. Weather was sunny and mild- about 65 degrees Fahrenheit- with slight wind in the morning, but relatively still when the moth was found. Unable to get a good picture of it, but the front legs were bright pink
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: April 20, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Tulare County