Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1229658

Virginian Tiger Moth or Yellow Woolybear Moth
Spilosoma virginica

Observation date: August 28, 2019
Submitted by: Curiosity's
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 1st spotted after the 4th day of cool, cloud & rain. Crawling, but not eating a variegated Hosta. This plant is in shade & is surrounded by other Hostas, Columbines, Bleeding Hearts & Turtleheads. The surrounding area consists of an expanse of lawn, woods( poplars, aspens, spruces, elders & dogwoods) and a natural pond.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mark Wheeler
Verified date: January 25, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Manitoba, Canada