Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1255315

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 22, 2020
Date notes: He’s been there for several days
Submitted by: selfish_donut
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Weather is 70-80° and dry. He’s been hanging out behind a screen, not moving too much, but free to leave the way he came in. A large tree is only a few feet away. I read they only live a short time, so gently sent him off— afraid he was unsure of how to leave the nook he found. He’s too pretty to not be enjoying the summer weather, I startled him, he opened his wings, and flew off.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 04, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Hudson County