Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 608943

Stinging Rose Caterpillar Moth
Parasa indetermina

Observation date: August 23, 2011
Submitted by: luvfunstuff
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Hot & high humidity, oak/walnut forest Temp: Upper 80's F*, moist after an overnight rain. Caterpillar not very active. It was on a low tree sapling though I did not see it eating it, possibly a walnut sapling, but I'm not sure.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Phillip E. Koenig
Verified date: August 24, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Phelps County, Missouri, United States