Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 709153

Western Tussock Moth
Orgyia vetusta

Observation date: May 11, 2012
Submitted by: surbetty69
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Loves apple tree leaves.....furry, red, yellow, black and 4 black hairy protrusions on upper back.... What kind?
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: January 23, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, San Mateo County