Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1223845

Carolina sphinx
Manduca sexta

Observation date: August 07, 2019
Submitted by: RicardoBrocan
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was on the pavement. I got a piece of paper to slide under it to transport it to safety. It raised its wings and vibrated them a bit. Didn’t really want to fly. Moved it to a darker location via the paper, but then it slowly flew to a spot on the lighted wall of the building about 6 feet up. Keys in photo are for a 94 gmc suburban
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 08, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois