Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1361272

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 28, 2023
Submitted by: pearlxlraep
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Was found dead after heavy rains and is quite damaged.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 29, 2023
Coordinator notes: The red shading below the white band in the hindwing would indicate H. cecropia.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Nova Scotia