Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1313587

Joined Underwing Moth
Catocala junctura

Observation date: October 03, 2021
Submitted by: Cactuswren1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed flying rapidly and briefly from one tree trunk to another nearby, revealing the bright orange and black hindwings characteristic of the genus. The forewings are amazingly camouflaged to resemble the substrate it is resting on; in this case a Rio Grande Cottonwood trunk.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: August 22, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Santa Fe County