Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1341978

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: August 30, 2022
Date notes: Sighted at Rest Area in Marion, NC on 221 North
Submitted by: zeebonc
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The Caterpillar was in low hanging tree branches about 6 feet off the ground. The sky was clear but we had just had major rain storms to pass through the area. It was cool and about 40 minutes before sunset.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 04, 2022
Coordinator notes: None.