Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1353123

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: March 20, 2023
Date notes: Could have come out of coccoon anytime the past 12 hours
Submitted by: rxmitchellk
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found caterpillar Sept 25, 2022, in backyard in grass. Caterpillar was large, bright green. Possibly came from brush between my property and farmland. Brought it inside, and it made coccoon soon after in one of my plants in house. Left it alone in the plant and it came out today, March 23rd, 2023. Measured wingspan of 5.5 inches. Beautiful moth. Still have picture of caterpillar and coccoon if you would like to see.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: March 21, 2023
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Union County