Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1165061

Observation date: June 25, 2018
Submitted by: Drace72506
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I startled this big moth when I went out to water plants this evening. It as the size of a swallowtail, but its flight was a more frenetic than most butterflies. It landed up under our awning and I got a better look and took this photo. Its wingspan was approximately 5”. Only moth of comparable size I have seen around here before is a Luna Moth. I was curious what kind of moth this is.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: June 25, 2018
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Smith County, United States, Texas