Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 978775

Army Cutworm
Euxoa auxiliaris

Observation date: June 12, 2014
Submitted by: IiIwing
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Mystery moth, ~3cm, Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, White Mountains, Inyo National Forest, CA. Swarms near currant bushes, white forget-me-nots, 8,000-11,000 ft altitude.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Robert Martin
Verified date: June 15, 2014
Coordinator notes: This moth has many different possible wing patterns.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Inyo County