Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1381209

Hickory Tussock Moth or Hickory Tiger Moth
Lophocampa caryae

Observation date: June 02, 2024
Date notes: EDT
Submitted by: yeaple g
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Appears to be eating something. 81 degrees, overcast. There were two on my front door this morning. One is happenstance; should I be worried there were two
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 03, 2024
Coordinator notes: No need to worry at all. It is common to see many at the same time and they do no harm to anything.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Sullivan County