Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1390893

Darling Underwing
Catocala cara

Observation date: August 11, 2024
Submitted by: BirdEnthusiast
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Quite large, by my reckoning. Approx. 4-5 cm across with wings closed. Looked more black than brown to me. Did not get to see the wings open. I have never seen one before. Found resting on the inside of a doorframe in the garage.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: August 13, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Erie County