Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1383471

Observation date: June 22, 2024
Date notes: A warm morning @ 19 C. , partly cloudy
Submitted by: jcarter
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was near the ground in the grass by my concrete back deck, and later flew up on some firewood on the deck. It was quite passive as it allowed me to put the camera up close to it. It was a warm morning, partly cloudy, 19 % C.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 23, 2024
Coordinator notes: There are two species of genus Xestia that are identical in appearance. The difference can be relative to size but in photos it is difficult to measure accurately.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Nova Scotia