Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1249538

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: May 23, 2020
Submitted by: Abiding
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: It’s been a sunny day, about 77 degrees. Expecting showers later today. This was first noticed about 7:30am-right now it’s 10:15 pm and hasn’t moved except for an occasional slow wing movement. It’s attached to the stone on my house, near my front door. It doesn’t seem to mind if we get close to it. We live in a suburban area, but with a lot of farmland nearby. Should I be concerned? Or try to move it away?
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: May 24, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maryland, Wicomico County