Butterflies and Moths of North America

collecting and sharing data about Lepidoptera

  Sighting 1094174

Retarded Dagger Moth
Acronicta retardata

Observation date: July 25, 2016
Submitted by: curious12
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: observed on the screen of the patio. Only plant nearby was an oak tree.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: January 30, 2021
Coordinator notes: Not sure about he oak. <i>A. retardata</i> is a Maple feeder. Although it has been recorded from boxelder.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Crow Wing County