Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 928172

Observation date: August 31, 2013
Submitted by: Darrell Kotrbe
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very hot, stayed in that one position under patio for possibly two hours then flew off.
Status: Stray
Verified by: Josiah Gilbert
Verified date: September 06, 2013
Coordinator notes: A stray from Mexico or maybe the San Diego area. This species has the largest wingspan of any insect in California.
Checklist region(s): United States, California, Ventura County