Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1013858

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: September 19, 2014
Submitted by: JKA
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Caterpillar was found in grass of parking strip underneath a maple tree. Located nearby are several maples and an oak tree. It was a hot, sunny afternoon when found and caterpillar was moving along grass away from a maple tree toward others (though a long distance)
Status: Resident
Verified by: Robert Martin
Verified date: September 23, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Oregon, Multnomah County