Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 906625

Yellow-headed Cutworm Moth
Apamea amputatrix

Observation date: June 15, 2013
Submitted by: charityanastasio
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This moth was found on a house screen, on the outside of the house, about ten feet up from a sandbox and in the shade. The day was sunny, between 65 and 75 degrees F, and he stayed there for at least a half hour while I took many pictures. He walked about seven inches in that time.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: June 25, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Washington, King County