Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Hackberry Emperor
Asterocampa celtis

Observation date: September 16, 2022
Submitted by: cineastefabre
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny day of about 85 degrees Fahrenheit, perched on the sidewalk with minimal movement, occasional opening and closing of wings. I got fairly close but it did not fly away.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: September 16, 2022
Coordinator notes: Female of species. Thank you! JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): United States, Tennessee, Davidson County

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