Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 996823

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: August 05, 2014
Submitted by: Cheylea10
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found this beautiful moth on our deck this morning, sad that it was not living, but was amazing to see such a large insect !
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: August 05, 2014
Coordinator notes: very worn
Checklist region(s): United States, Connecticut, Fairfield County