Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1347506

Observation date: October 23, 2022
Date notes: Mid October 2022 10/22/22 mid day
Submitted by: Artemis22
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: There are 2 live caterpillars we found live on a potted hibiscus plant we brought indoor for the season. This specific hibiscus is not a native plant and cold not hearty variety for this area. The caterpillars are eating the leaves with no issue.
Status: Unknown
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: October 23, 2022
Coordinator notes: I'm quite sure this is one of the dagger moths but I can't get any closer than genus Acronicta. Sorry!
Checklist region(s): United States, Massachusetts, Hampden County