Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 543354

Volupial Pyrausta Moth
Pyrausta volupialis

Observation date: July 04, 2011
Submitted by: karripaul
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This tiny moth flew out of my Bearded Iris plants when I was watering. It landed on a nearby succulent, where I took this picture (with flash). It was a hot, dry day.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kellyrichers
Verified date: August 23, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.