Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1383335

Observation date: June 21, 2024
Submitted by: WMarshall
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 22, 2024
Coordinator notes: This specimen is most likely a Greater grapevine looper based on appearance. However, Adults of the Lesser<i>E. diversilineata</i> and Greater <i>E. gracilineata</i> grapevine Looper moths cannot be separated by appearance alone without rearing or dissection. However, the forewing measures do not overlap (Lesser 12-15 mm; Greater, 16-19 mm). Thus, photographs with a millimeter rule are crucial for identification.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Floyd County