Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 730980

Abbot's Bagworm Moth
Oiketicus abbotii

Observation date: August 12, 2012
Submitted by: princessking
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found hanging from stone wall in a wooded area. We thought we saw a green head popping out and going back in the structure.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: April 10, 2013
Coordinator notes: I belive it is this species based on "bag" makeup and range
Checklist region(s): United States, Texas, Bexar County