Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 936919

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: October 03, 2013
Submitted by: Lizdp1976
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Formed cocoon right next to our garage door. Spotted caterpillar Thursday. Fully formed cocoon by Sunday.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: February 19, 2014
Coordinator notes: Adult moth at http://www.butterfliesandmoths.org/sighting_details/963311
Checklist region(s): Morris County, New Jersey, United States