Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 996443

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: August 03, 2014
Date notes: Sighted resting on the outside of detached garage on 8/3/2014 @ 9:15 am.
Submitted by: NatChap
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 8/3/2014 @ 9:15 a.m. this lovely specimen was resting (no movement) on the shaded side of the garage, not far from a light that is on at dark. Rhododendron and camellia bushes are planted beside the garage. The morning was unseasonably cool in the seventies. The sky was clear and dry with slight breeze.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: August 03, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Georgia, Habersham County