Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1047359

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: March 02, 2014
Submitted by: Hilda Pomeroy
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This one emerged from a plant that had been outside all summer. I didn't find the case until months later. It made it's presence known fluttering about the living room one night.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: June 08, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Oneida County