Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1142011


Perimede ricina

Observation date: September 17, 2017
Submitted by: edenny
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Tiny (less than 1/4 inch length), habitually holds itself in a headstand. Color is gray with tiny black spots
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: December 12, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Hampshire County, United States, Massachusetts

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