Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1159804

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: June 02, 2018
Submitted by: Saphyrerose
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It had stormed this morning. It was first sighted around 7:30 am low on the tree fluttering its wings like it was first opening and drying its wings. It has since climbed a lot further up the tree and has its wings open more.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jamesdurbin
Verified date: September 17, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Missouri, Jackson County