Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 617743

Spotted Oleander Caterpillar Moth
Empyreuma pugione

Observation date: September 16, 2011
Submitted by: Helen Schmidt
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This insect was flying around and landing on our lantana plant. He appears to be some sort of wasp moth. The weather was clear and about 85 degrees. We live in Port Orange, Florida (near Daytona Beach).
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: September 16, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Volusia County, Florida, United States