Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1390804

Sycamore Tussock Moth
Halysidota harrisii

Observation date: August 09, 2024
Submitted by: Amanda Stallman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Temperature highs reached up to 78 degrees Fahrenheit, with lows in the 50's. Area in which specimen was found had 2-3 sycamores estimated to be 40-60 years of age. The ground cover was a type of Kentucky blue grass, with additional mature shade trees nearby. Insect was active, alert, and climbing up the sycamore's trunk upon observation.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: August 12, 2024
Coordinator notes: Thanks, JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Iowa, Jackson County