This species is quite common in some parts of the United States. You'll most likely find it wandering around looking for a safe place to make a cocoon. The moth is a pretty brown-and-cream color and is part of the genus Halysidota, which includes many similar species found all over the US. In some ways, it looks cooler as a caterpillar than as a moth, but that's just my opinion! This species has hairs that come loose very easily and may irritate people with sensitive skin. If you have a reaction, simply wash with soap and water and put a little calamine lotion on it.