Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1047494

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: June 09, 2015
Submitted by: briankohn
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Have never seen something like this in our area. It is big... 4 or 5 inches. Just received a potted Hibiscus plant in the mail and the insect was seen near by the next day. Weather have been humid and warm (70 degrees or more) for this area.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: June 10, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, St. Louis County