Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1370951

Wavy-Lined Emerald
Synchlora aerata

Observation date: September 09, 2023
Submitted by: DLD
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This tiny moth about 1/2 inch in size flew out of the New Mexico Privet in my yard as I walked by. Luckily it landed on the fence after flying from place to place.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: September 10, 2023
Coordinator notes: I think this is correct, although there are a great many Synchlora and Nemoria sp.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Bernalillo County