Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1362228

Silver-Spotted Tiger Moth
Lophocampa argentata

Observation date: July 02, 2023
Submitted by: Jebflutterby
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The caterpillar was found on an arroyo willow tree in a riparian woodland, which is mostly vegetated with California natives. Nearby plants were yarrow, seaside daisy, coffee berry, CA horkelia, sticky monkey flower, Douglas iris, CA wax myrtle, woodland strawberry, and buckwheat. The site is just inland from Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz CA. The day was cool, upper 60's, with partial overcast.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: July 13, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Santa Cruz County