Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1080695

Half-white Carpet Moth
Mesoleuca gratulata

Observation date: May 07, 2016
Submitted by: bobscafe
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: spotted in forested area, spent a lot of time flying in the shaded areas, occasionally resting on the ground. Has approx 3/4in to 1 inch wingspan. I've seen this moth on other trips, never stopped flying, but this time I got lucky
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: May 10, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, British Columbia