Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1242571

Pandorus Sphinx
Eumorpha pandorus

Observation date: February 12, 2020
Submitted by: dotwatson
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It is a pleasant overcast day here in Luling, Louisiana. The temperature is 78 degrees. This moth was found on the sidewalk outside our school office. He is sluggish, but alive. We have never found this type of silk moth on campus before!
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: February 14, 2020
Coordinator notes: Very early in the year for this species
Checklist region(s): United States, Louisiana, St. Charles Parish