Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 731860

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: August 18, 2012
Submitted by: gutergirl304
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny day with a steady breeze. 72degrees F. Found the caterpillar on the side of a hiking trail leading down to Lake Champlain at the base of a pine tree. No vegetation close by, only fallen pine needles. He was absolutely still until I prodded him and then he started to crawl along at a pretty good pace.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ryan St Laurent
Verified date: September 16, 2012
Coordinator notes: Subspecies Eacles imperialis pini
Checklist region(s): United States, Vermont, Chittenden County

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