Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1125855

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: July 13, 2017
Submitted by: Rob Van Gordon
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The Moth was found on the wall of our building. It has been very warm and humid with storms on and off the last 2 days. The moth was very docile and can almost touch it with out it moving. With a tape measure the wing span is just shy of 6" and the body is just shy of 3" head to butt.
Status: Resident
Verified by: elsner
Verified date: June 22, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Oakland County, United States, Michigan