Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1204027

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: May 04, 2019
Submitted by: Jim Smothers
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Moth emerged from cocoon on May 2 and remained on tree with mate from at least 8:30 a.m. May 2 until 7:00 p.m. May 3, last time we checked. Did not see them there May 4. There was heavy rain and lightning early in the morning of May 4, otherwise clear and warm.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: May 05, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Alabama, Morgan County