Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1215580

Blinded sphinx
Paonias excaecata

Observation date: July 08, 2019
Date notes: She was planted on a dish in the kitchen, how did she get in? She was quite large
Submitted by: Leanne Bly
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: She was rather.unusual at first glance, but gorgeous as she spread her wings
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: July 09, 2019
Coordinator notes: Perhaps hitched a ride on someone's clothing, or may have pupated in a houseplant. In good shape, so recently eclosed.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Hamilton County