Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1221345

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: July 30, 2019
Submitted by: naturediscovery
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I raised luna larvae early this summer in south central Michigan. Moths began emerging from cocoons a few days ago. I put a female out overnight and she attracted this wild male. This confirms that double-brooding has begun to occur here - further north than historically noted in field guides, etc.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: September 20, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Ingham County