Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1122284

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 24, 2017
Submitted by: Mgarago
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Oserved under a shrub. Did appear to be injured. Was able to move farther under shrub to conceal itself. Temp was approximately 73 degrees and sunny.
Status: Resident
Verified by: elsner
Verified date: June 22, 2018
Coordinator notes: Sorry for the delay.
Checklist region(s): Wayne County, United States, Michigan