Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1063956

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: September 04, 2015
Date notes: Found a Lunar Moth Caterpillar on our Japanese Maple,
Submitted by: eepal
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This caterpillar was found in our Japanese Maple which was purchased from a Nursery in Ruthven, Ontario, we're pretty sure that's where the eggs were laid.
Status: Resident
Verified by: TeaKH
Verified date: September 19, 2016
Coordinator notes: This is Antherea polyphemus, the only way that it was IDed from this photo is because of the host plant (maple). In the future, please try and get clear, in focus photos.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario