Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 901835

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 02, 2013
Submitted by: jfarrell73
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found sitting on the rear door of a car in parking lot. Flew away when car started.
Status: Resident
Verified by: richardhsmith
Verified date: June 22, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, District of Columbia