Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1428002

St. Lawrence Tiger Moth
Platarctia parthenos

Observation date: July 07, 2026
Submitted by: jrmbutterfly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Just 1 of this species seen tonight. I set up a plant grow light to attract moths from 9:15 pm on July 7 until 2:15 am on July 8. 2 or 3 year old regenerating clearcut.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: July 14, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, British Columbia