Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1210093

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 16, 2019
Submitted by: Diane Borsato
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was on a young cedar tree, flexing its wings open and closed for a long while (we watched it for about 15 minutes) - it looked brand new immaculate and every hair alive and bright. What a stunning creature! Furry and marvellous, enourmous! Seemed larger than a monarch.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: June 16, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario