Butterflies and Moths of North America

collecting and sharing data about Lepidoptera

  Sighting 1088146

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: July 06, 2016
Submitted by: jpizzillo
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was found on a trail and was dormant intially, but started fanning its wings and took in flight several minutes after it was moved to the side of the trail.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: July 12, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Oxford County