Observation date: May 28, 2024
Submitted by: Bob Jacobson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Top iNat suggestion. From BugGuide: "There is no 100% consistent diagnostic characteristic in wing maculation or spots/no spots on the patagia (the "collar"), to reliably distinguish nais/carlotta/phalerata/vittata. The only full-proof method is dissection and examination of genitalia..." There is more information here: https://bugguide.net/node/view/1492605. I was unable to make the moth to display its hind wings. Based on distribution maps all but vittata could reasonably be expected to be found at my location. UPDATE: Photo showing hind wings taken at release. Based on information on BugGuide (see link above) I believe this is likely A. phalerata.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ilona L.
Verified date: May 28, 2024
Coordinator notes: Based on comments -- a reasonably probable species ID based on characteristics.
