Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 541028

Eastern buckmoth
Hemileuca maia

Observation date: June 22, 2011
Submitted by: Shelby24019
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was eating on an Oak leaf that was attached to a short branch and contained two more leaves. All the leaves were fresh and green. The twig had fallen from the oak tree above where I found it on the ground. Typical day, no unusual weather.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 17, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Botetourt County, Virginia, United States