Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1364705

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: July 22, 2023
Submitted by: HCGregory
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found outside moth trap - attracted to UV light. Looks healthy but seems unable to fly. Flops from upside down to right side up when it flaps its wings.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 23, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Partner project: National Moth Week
Checklist region(s): United States, Virginia, Albemarle County