Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Observation date: June 12, 2020
Submitted by: Butterflies and...
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Observed during early June when Io moths commonly emerge from their cocoons. Many cocoons that resembles those made by Io moths were found nearby. The moth was resting on the bottom of the wall near the ground and had its wings folded in. It looked brand new and had wings that were completely intact and pristine. A
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: June 19, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Ocean County