Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1112753

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: March 06, 2017
Date notes: still in same spot of 03/072017
Submitted by: wsandele
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This moth or butterfly suddenly appeared on a potted rosemary bush outside my door. It has been there for over 24 hours at his point. Light is good, but filtered. Plant just showing signs of beginning growing season. No other plants nearby. Moving sections of plant right next to specimen, does not startle it or make it move. Wonder if there was a cocoon there we did not notice, and this thing is not fully developed?
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: March 07, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.