Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 929363

Royal Walnut Moth
Citheronia regalis

Observation date: September 12, 2013
Submitted by: kincaid wanda
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The "spikes" are solid. It seems to defend itself by bending (sharply) into a "U" shape to use the spikes. I was found in the grass in our yard. The day was hot (90 degrees) and humid. The nearest trees are pin oaks, mimosa and a lonely pine.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 12, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.