Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1100754

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: September 05, 2016
Submitted by: erinandjoy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was crossing the road in a semi wooded-area and when we tried to move it to safely to the side it thrashed around when touched.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 05, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland