Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1045547

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: May 27, 2015
Submitted by: smokymauve
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: found on a stone on a trail to Big Bradley Falls in NC. appeared languid and barely responsive. weather was hot and humid.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 30, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, North Carolina, Henderson County

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