Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 930970

White Flannel Moth
Norape cretata

Observation date: September 23, 2013
Submitted by: deb42141
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather around 70 degrees with a cool breeze. Was raking leaves and weed eating. As I removed my clothing this caterpillar stung me on my neck. In the middle of the night I awoke to find my neck and face swollen.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 24, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kentucky, Barren County