Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1424545

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: June 07, 2026
Submitted by: Audiepie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was resting on the glass of a gast station. It had just rained maybe an hour or two before. I only saw one set of legs (or two, unsure if the top set was antenna; my first time identifying moths). I only got its underside.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 08, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Saratoga County