Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1378807

Orange Mint Moth
Pyrausta orphisalis

Observation date: April 28, 2024
Date notes: Sunday, April 28, 2024 unusually warm evening (sorry don’t remember the temp)
Submitted by: Ashwnota
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Spotted this small moth on front door when I returned from walking the dog. Fluttering about quite erratically so only got one picture. Quite small maybe 1/2 inch wide and surprisingly colorful. Very pretty moth.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 02, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Washington County

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