Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1271551

Sumac Leafblotch Miner
Caloptilia rhoifoliella

Observation date: August 24, 2020
Submitted by: Dave Webb
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to MV lamp / blacklight on wooded residential property with no understory; dominant trees include pine, oak, maple and holly. Property borders expansive agricultural land. Apparent body length of 7 mm.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 26, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Caroline County