Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1392307

Pink-striped oakworm moth
Anisota virginiensis

Observation date: August 26, 2024
Submitted by: lynxclaws
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found this little guy on the way back to my dorm, on the sidewalk. Picked him up with a leaf and relocated him to the nearest tree. Didn't make physical contact as I wasn't sure if his horns are only for decoration or if they're venomous. Pretty cool!
Status: Resident
Verified by: Mikelchap
Verified date: August 28, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Habersham County