Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1208710

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 08, 2019
Submitted by: Heath13
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Moth is holding onto the trunk of a young apple tree at the corner of our large field. Seems to be enjoying the late afternoon sun and moving its wings back and forth. Found a large cocoon on the base of the apple tree trunk also. Temperature is about 70 with a nice breeze and dry conditions.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: September 03, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.