Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 613301

Polka-Dot Wasp Moth
Syntomeida epilais

Observation date: August 30, 2011
Submitted by: Helen Schmidt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Insect was flying and landing on lantana; cloudy, humid day; not sure if this is a moth or butterfly. I've never seen one like this before.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: September 01, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Volusia County, Florida, United States