Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1107936

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: November 03, 2016
Submitted by: Lilmeowmeow
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: He was under my doormat this morning & it's been quite rainy. I thought I hurt him, but after placing him under a tree, checked a half hour later & he was quite active!
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: November 04, 2016
Coordinator notes: Caterpillar is looking for a place to burrow underground to form pupa. Moth will emerge next Spring. SAT
Checklist region(s): United States, Travis County, Texas