Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 983354

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 28, 2014
Submitted by: IndepCopyEditor
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Do crows consider these a delicacy? It was on the inside of my storm door and fell onto a four-pack of marigolds. It was trembling and weak but flew away with powerful strokes. I noticed an increase in the number of low-flying crows.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: June 29, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, St. Louis County