Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 939942

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: November 16, 2013
Submitted by: lilihansen
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: shy
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: November 16, 2013
Coordinator notes: The caterpillar was probably wandering in search of a place to form its cocoon and pupate.
Checklist region(s): United States, Louisiana, St. Tammany Parish