Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 912269

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: July 25, 2013
Submitted by: Kalor
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Dry Conditions. Found on Red Barberry bush. Approximately 3.5 to 4 inches long with a girth of approximately 1.5 inches. Originally spotted on ground under bush but moved up branch and started eating the leaves.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: July 25, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Franklin County