Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1214988

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: July 07, 2019
Submitted by: Tpollich
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth was probably at the end of its life cycle when we found it in the grass. The moth did not try to fly away. The moth did not have any indications of being injured.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ilona L.
Verified date: July 08, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Wisconsin, Jefferson County