Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1004385

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: August 31, 2014
Submitted by: jmadetzke
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found on paved trail near crab apple trees and a pond. Mild days and evenings 75-60 degrees. Very docile, and didn't seem to mind just staying on our hands.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Tom Middagh
Verified date: September 14, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Minnesota, Anoka County

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