Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 930338

Gray Dagger Moth
Acronicta grisea

Observation date: September 09, 2013
Submitted by: HHebner
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was on my Mom's apple tree. Caterpillar moved very slow. It was sunny outside.
Status: Resident
Verified by: bradensing
Verified date: April 11, 2015
Coordinator notes: Great photos, thanks for sharing. Please note the braconid wasp that has laid eggs on the caterpillar in the second photo.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Macomb County