Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1307259

Blinded sphinx
Paonias excaecata

Observation date: August 16, 2021
Submitted by: KirstenRank
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found in shade on garage door trim where an outdoor light had been on during the night. I gently moved him to shade nearby on a piece of river birch tree bark to get him out of harm’s way. He moved his legs but did not fly away. It had rained throughout the night. Temp was 72 degrees with 74% humidity.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 16, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.