Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 709008

Observation date: May 10, 2012
Submitted by: DevineButterfly22
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Marion, KY 69 degrees, windy & chill to the air. Rust colored head with two black dots on face, First layer of ring is black followed by one white ring. Rings has one white dot on each side & one dot in the middle making a dotted line, then his tail end has a black smiley face. Skin is smooth, 2 inches long when still. Poops a lot & green. Found laying on grass after eating a lot of Magic Lilly leaves. Lethargic for 5 mins after eating, then starts back again full force. Favorite food is Magic Lilly leaves so far. Very active. Crawls all over hand or any surface, tender personality, constantly searching for food.
Status: Migrant
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 10, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kentucky, Crittenden County