Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1368653

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 14, 2023
Submitted by: Termie
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Crawling a LOT all over the yard under maple tree. After increased interest from neighbor children we brought it inside and it appears to have pupated. We are trying to figure out if we keep it inside to emerge or try to help it overwinter. Online sources are conflicting. 2nd photo is 8/16 at 11:00a.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 19, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Illinois, Tazewell County