Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1251892

Promethea silkmoth
Callosamia promethea

Observation date: June 06, 2020
Submitted by: Maryhufford
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Resting very politely on our garage door frame, posed for several pictures. Measured width as show at 2.25” but subject was not comfortable with ruler waving about it. Mating pair observed at 6:15 pm
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 06, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Clermont County