Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1380895

White-marked Tussock Moth
Orgyia leucostigma

Observation date: May 29, 2024
Submitted by: ArtistEclectic
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I’m located in central AL and noticed the tussock moth on my Crepe Myrtle. The temperature is currently 80 degrees. It wasn’t moving at all, just sitting on the plant.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: July 11, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Alabama, Talladega County