Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1045928

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: May 30, 2015
Submitted by: Bree86
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: All of the moths were very calm. I nudged one gently to see if it was alive, and it flinched a bit. Photo was taken around 6pm Pacific time. Temperature was around 80 degrees.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Robert Martin
Verified date: May 31, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Idaho, Kootenai County