Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 977866

Common Fungus Moth
Metalectra discalis

Observation date: June 07, 2014
Date notes: Time and Date exact
Submitted by: Englishman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: If touched, it went into an insanely rapid squiggly 'dance'. Able to 'loop' like an inch-worm. Almost seemed to change color to blend in with its background?!? Small. Weather: Hot, dry & sunny day. Found in overgrown flowerpot amid multiple plant species - probably on coarse grasses.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: January 26, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Hernando County