Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 975015

Common Fungus Moth
Metalectra discalis

Observation date: May 02, 2014
Submitted by: Stuart Marcus
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Trinity River Refuge, using bait.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: August 19, 2014
Coordinator notes: Based on several id'd photos on MPG, I believe Metalectra discalis – Common Fungus Moth is the correct id. SAT http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=8499
Checklist region(s): United States, Liberty County, Texas