Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 744409

Zebra Caterpillar Moth
Melanchra picta

Observation date: September 28, 2012
Submitted by: Frankward
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Curled up on initial observation, found on my backyard patio in northern Illinois on a wire frame, unsure of possible host plants.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 28, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, Will County