Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1119985

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 12, 2017
Submitted by: Anne Peck
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Attracted to bright incandescent light overnight. Clear sky, temperature in the mid. 60's.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 13, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Herkimer County, United States, New York

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