Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1157794

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 13, 2013
Date notes: It was so long ago this is a speculative date may be older or more reticent
Submitted by: Mhale
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It was vert tired. I supeculate that it had hatched as it was in my window and expanded its wings. Once inside it did not move at all. I left my windows open and ran some errands. When I returned it had taken its leave.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: May 19, 2018
Coordinator notes: You are correct. They rest after eclosing then take flight. It was a male, and in good shape. SG
Checklist region(s): Westchester County, United States, New York