Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1093071

Observation date: July 31, 2016
Submitted by: jwilkinson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: at night near porch light
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 01, 2016
Coordinator notes: This is either Desmia maculalis or Desmia funeralis. A dorsal view photo and a photo of the underside of the abdomen along with a measurement of the wingspan are needed to separate the 2 species.
Partner project: National Moth Week
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Howard County