Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 613556

Observation date: September 01, 2011
Submitted by: woodsb62060
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: a cloud of these moths rises in the late afternoon. the garden was completely re-landscaped this spring and the moths were not seen before this. i think they came in with the plants or the ground cover and worry they are invasive.
Status: Resident
Verified by: kellyrichers
Verified date: August 08, 2012
Coordinator notes: A very local butterfly, mostly only in your area. Kelly
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Alameda County