Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1429004

Large Tolype Moth
Tolype velleda

Observation date: July 23, 2026
Submitted by: SGuigarford
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was found camouflaging against the base of a branch on a mature Green Ash near a cluster of milkweed plants. (Required relocating to another tree due to landscaping being done in the area.)
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: July 23, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

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