Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 550257


Datana sp.

Observation date: August 07, 2011
Submitted by: lanetk
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 30-40 caterpillars massed on a White Oak Branch. They defoliated a 6 ft section in 2 days.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: January 14, 2022
Coordinator notes: Difficult to say which Datana.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Gwinnett County

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