Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1220238

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: July 27, 2019
Submitted by: Jbrad42010
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was found on a sheltered porch, on a door screen facing west. The house sits on a semi busy street. The temperature was 86 degrees, on a mostly cloudy day. The wind was blowing SSW at 10 mph, humidity was 42% and dew point was 61 degrees. The moth was 5 1/2 inches from wing tip to wing tip. It was not moving and did not appear to be bothered by the door opening and closing. It's antenna moved slightly.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jamesdurbin
Verified date: September 17, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Missouri, Jackson County