Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1047512

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 09, 2015
Submitted by: sevenkat9
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather windy and humid. Butterfly (or moth) was trapped in the stairwell. Wingspan was about 6" across!
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: March 19, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.