Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1386573

Eight-spotted Forester
Alypia octomaculata

Observation date: July 13, 2024
Submitted by: drmarc60223
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was on a sensitive fern in a roadside ditch. I didn't seen any Virginia Creeper or Grapevine in the immediate vicinity, but the habitat would be where there were expected. Looks to be a later instar.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: July 14, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Buffalo County

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