Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 731446

Sooty Winged Chalcoela Moth
Chalcoela iphitalis

Observation date: August 12, 2012
Submitted by: edenny
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weird, bright orange moth whose rear end has the appearance of having been singed or burned--sort of black, ashy color/texture. Attracted to porch light on warm evening
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 16, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.