Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1381434

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: May 26, 2024
Submitted by: dnight30
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: found on side of house resting on gas grill cover. still seemed to be recovering from emerging from cocoon
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 04, 2024
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Hampshire, Carroll County

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