Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 617741

Salt Marsh Moth or Acrea Moth
Estigmene acrea

Observation date: September 13, 2011
Submitted by: jawinget
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Probably same species as previous submission but was considerably larger and less "hairy" so I am submitting it as well just in case.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: February 11, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, Monroe County

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