Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1427032

Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa maculata

Observation date: July 06, 2026
Submitted by: Dogoszhi
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Grazing on, I believe, New Mexico locust. In shade, in area of alpine conifer forest with groves of aspen. Day sunny but hazy, warm, calm to light breezes.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stevecary
Verified date: July 06, 2026
Coordinator notes: thank you!
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Sandoval County

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