Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 506917

Fig sphinx
Pachylia ficus

Observation date: January 18, 2011
Date notes: Almost full moon
Submitted by: impssgal
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moon was very near to full. Moth appeared on our porch attracted by the light. It was confused and disorientated in the porch but flew away easily once freed.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: May 17, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Broward County, Florida, United States

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