Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1086604

Zephyr eyed silkmoth
Automeris zephyria

Observation date: June 28, 2016
Date notes: sighting was at 10:27 AM
Submitted by: Jay Chapman
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Located on north facing covered patio in the shade on the concrete floor next to a supporting post. Bright sunny day, with light winds approx 4 mph. 78 degrees F. Moth flew off only gaining about 2 feet in altitude before it landed and crawled under a prickly pear cactus plant that is in full sun.
Status: Resident
Verified by: apan123
Verified date: August 03, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Mexico, Sandoval County