Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1292883

Observation date: May 31, 2021
Submitted by: Jim Moore
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Elevation circa 1750 feet; repeatedly raised and lowered the rear part of its body/wings in what I assume was some sort of predator aversion display
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: July 09, 2021
Coordinator notes: I can't see the trademark reddish compound eyes, but FW and leg markings confirm the sighting in my opinion. See MPG: http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=2241 JRains
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Allegany County