Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368104

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 13, 2023
Submitted by: mystromenendez
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This is the largest Moth I have ever seen. This was taken on my front porch and those are two by fours in the photo. This moth is at least six inches across its wing span. It's a hot early morning here in the Ozarks and there's a storm brewing not far away. rain is expected shortly. It's 4 am here now August 13, 2023.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: March 18, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Arkansas, Carroll County

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