Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1251810

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 05, 2020
Submitted by: David Crockett
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found in the brush leaning against an Aspen in South Central Montana on an 85F sunny day. I wanted a photo and was afraid I'd disturb it and lose the shot. It showed no inclination to fly although, the striped belly was so large I'm not sure it could have flown.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: June 07, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Montana, Yellowstone County