Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1047328

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: June 06, 2015
Submitted by: Hilda Pomeroy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Flew onto deck of camp near Moffett Beach in NY (Sacandaga / Lake Pleasant area) nearby plants: maples, spruce, trout lily, bunch berry, azalea, blueberry, ostrich fern, mints, moss, lichens ... common adirondack flora. it was cold/windy the night it was spotted, possibly seeking sheltered spot.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: June 08, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Hamilton County