Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1272510

Abbot's Bagworm Moth
Oiketicus abbotii

Observation date: August 31, 2020
Submitted by: Chellney
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: One found on Japanese Maple and other found on Apple tree; Both outer casings/ materials, resemble host. Both host plants were on our deck still in nursery pots, not yet planted. Weather conditions: Hot and dry/drought, prior to noticing them.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: September 29, 2024
Coordinator notes: Looks like Abbot's, sure. Sorry to just be getting to this; I'm trying to deal with a bunch of older submissions.
Checklist region(s): United States, Missouri, Christian County