Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 856408

Streaked Coleophora Moth
Coleophora cratipennella

Observation date: May 15, 2013
Submitted by: treichard
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Tiny moth: 0.30 inches head to rear. Wings appear cream-colored to naked eye, but photos reveal more light and dark detail. Moth appears to have injured antennae, which cause it to walk and fly in circles/helices.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 19, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Anne Arundel County