Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1248691

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: May 17, 2020
Submitted by: Triciagood
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: If someone could identify this I’d be grateful, it landed near me while I was in the yard. A slightly windy day, it seemed not to mind the wind moving it’s wings. Thanks!
Status: Resident
Verified by: Dennis Forsythe
Verified date: May 19, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.