Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: July 15, 2017
Date notes:
Submitted by: m.parker227
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Unfortunately, it was dead when I found it. It is laying on its back in the photo. I have never seen a moth this large in my area. It rained all day the day before I found it. Can anyone tell me what this is?
Status: Resident
Verified by: jwileyrains
Verified date: December 16, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Connecticut, New Haven County