Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: June 09, 2025
Submitted by: pheld
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Noticed this on the same spot the last 3 days. Doesn't move. I live NE Ohio. My opinion is it's laying larva on the cement wall of my apartment. Larva that looks like transparent worms. I am surrounded by woods. I don't know what time it comes. I notice it always early in the morning. Around 6:30am to 8:00am. The sun is up by then. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 19, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Stark County