Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1060680

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: August 13, 2015
Submitted by: Ally77dano20
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found on sidewalk at local park, wasn't moving. I blew on it and it moved a bit. Left it alone, had never seen something like that begore. The temperature was about 60 degrees.Took photo due to the beautiful colors. No plants near by just grass and sidewalk.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: August 14, 2015
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Erie County

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