Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 930828

Twin-spotted sphinx
Smerinthus jamaicensis

Observation date: July 31, 2013
Submitted by: borderlove87
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth stayed on the door for about 2 hours and didn't move even when I opened and closed the door. It finally flew down into the grass. It was early afternoon, very sunny and about 73 degrees out.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 30, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.