Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1226380

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 16, 2019
Submitted by: jwileyrains
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I often see second brood A. polyphemus about this same time of year. This one was in full sun, very sleepy, next to a stone wall. He allowed himself to be handled and perched on my finger. I returned him to where I found him, which seemed secure from birds.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: September 03, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.