Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1371947

Western Tent Caterpillar Moth
Malacosoma californicum

Observation date: August 11, 2023
Date notes: In upper 70s, clear night.
Submitted by: freehikerdave
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Five of these moths were attracted to a UV light trap. These moths display a wide range of variation from tan to brown. They were caught near Sheep Creek. The location is a mixed forest of Rocky Mountain Doug Firs, Lodgepole pines, Ponderosa Pines and Aspen. Stretching out from the forest to Sheep creek, were mixed grasses, sagebrush, red dogwood and willows.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: September 25, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Montana, Meagher County