Dagger Moth [Filler]

I think this will be a new-to-me moth, a “dagger moth” (genus Acronicta) in the family of “owlet moths.” This guy came into the house and landed in a slipper by the door, so that’s the background for this photo!

» ID’ed to genus Acronicta, a “Dagger Moth”: [ BugGuide ]
» Submitted as genus Acronicta, a “Dagger Moth”: [ BAMONA ] [ iNaturalist ]

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[Rick Schies]

I do believe I've seen one of these, but I'm not the expert you are.

[Thom Mitchell]

@digitalrn Although I may aspire — should I live long enough! — I am no expert!

[Rick Schies]

@rhoing Oh but to many you are. Go with it Thom