Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1257728

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: July 03, 2020
Submitted by: LALelko
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This butterfly was found sitting on the bristles of a small broom we keep on our front porch. The butterfly has moved his wings but has had no other movement. He has been in the same location for a few hours now. He is by far the largest butterfly I have seen.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rosslayberry
Verified date: July 03, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Livingston County, Michigan, United States