Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1246734

Glover's Silkmoth
Hyalophora gloveri

Observation date: April 26, 2020
Submitted by: Amypotts
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: None.
Status: Resident
Verified by: A_baldini
Verified date: May 18, 2020
Coordinator notes: This is the Glover’s Silkmoth, Colorado’s “version” of the Cecropia Silkmoth. The Glover’s has more red coloration and is found commonly throughout the state, whereas the Cecropia is mostly gray and is usually only uncommonly found in cities and towns near the eastern border. Thanks for submitting your sighting!
Checklist region(s): United States, Colorado, La Plata County