Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1249400

Observation date: May 19, 2020
Submitted by: A_baldini
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather: Sunny and 81 degrees. Notes: Alfalfa Webworm Moths have become extraordinarily abundant in my neighborhood within the last week or so; I probably saw nearly a thousand individuals on May 19th alone. They seem to love nectaring en masse at dandelions and Alliums. Two individuals are pictured here.
Status: Resident
Verified by: A_baldini
Verified date: May 22, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Larimer County, Colorado, United States