Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1129546

Milkweed Tussock Moth or Milkweed Tiger Moth
Euchaetes egle

Observation date: July 26, 2017
Submitted by: WayneG
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: there is a definite mottled pinkish-purple hue to the at first white looking moth. Feathered head, lace fringe at anterior of wings, distinct wing-veining visible. It was drawn to light appearing at pre-dawn and leaving when sun hit it.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 27, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Partner project: National Moth Week
Checklist region(s): Ontario, Canada