Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1392757

Pink-striped oakworm moth
Anisota virginiensis

Observation date: August 12, 2024
Date notes: This was taken in the early afternoon. Date is correct.
Submitted by: Dan Hickey
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: A pair, doing what couples do, I suspect. Perhaps the male is just lending support during the egg laying process?
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 30, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Botetourt County