Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 988473

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: July 11, 2014
Submitted by: macbane
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This was found on the side of my car tire around 8:45 this morning. The weather was humid, around 75 deg F. The moth was on the shaded side of the car. The moth appeared to be sleeping and moved sluggish when encouraged to move.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 11, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Pennsylvania, Berks County