Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1345612

California Pyrausta Moth
Pyrausta californicalis

Observation date: September 29, 2022
Submitted by: Breck Breckenridge
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: These tiny moths have been bedeviling me for months. I see them when I disturb plants around my house, and I never have a camera! Today I did. They could be covered by a U.S. dime. They hide under plant leaves. When disturbed they flutter around a bit, sometimes either going back to the plant, or in this instance alighting on the side of the house, briefly. They have been a continuous presence since the growing season began in June.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: September 29, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, Island County