Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1210180

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: June 14, 2019
Date notes: This pair was on the post of my front porch.
Submitted by: LaraC
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: They were very calm/still. I was able to crouch down very close to them to take the photo. The evening was sunny and warm. They were not there when I checked the next morning.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 17, 2019
Coordinator notes: The upper one is a male, the lower a female. SG
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Albany County