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  Sighting 1084218

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: May 31, 2016
Submitted by: Nama1950
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This insect was very quiet, barely moving it's wings, even after the flash from the camera. I believe that is the chrysalis next to it on the branch. It remained on the branch for at least several hours.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 15, 2016
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Butler County

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