Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1291897

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: May 27, 2021
Submitted by: jrtindall
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Sunny, 80℉, dew point 55℉. Hatched from cocoon that I found near home back in February. Kept in non heated garage.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: May 27, 2021
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New Jersey, Mercer County