Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 936736

Spotted Tussock Moth or Yellow-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa maculata

Observation date: October 06, 2013
Submitted by: kellyoar
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was quietly munching on a birch tree leaf when we spotted it on our trail walk near Bridal Veil Falls in Provo Canyon, UT. It was a warm and lovely fall day, perfect for sitting in a tree, munching leaves.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: Robert Martin
Verified date: February 20, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Utah, Utah County