Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1000030

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: August 08, 2014
Submitted by: Vince2007
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This not exactly little guy fell from the oak tree above our house and landed on a table. He soon started to move into the bushes but hungry found it and now it is enjoying our spacious butterfly nursery( for now) it is pretty active, moving around a lot but hasn't eaten any. It would be helpful to find out what it is and what his favourite food is. We will release it if conditions doesn't change and doesn't start eating.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: August 09, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Duval County