Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1387422

Tulip-Tree Beauty
Epimecis hortaria

Observation date: July 19, 2024
Submitted by: vvryabyy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to blacklight at night. Estimating it is about 2.5 - 3 inches wide from widest part of forewings. Bottoms of wings wavy with tan fringe. Looks like a smiley face on thorax :)
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 20, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Partner project: National Moth Week
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Dauphin County