Butterflies and Moths of North America

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Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 22, 2025
Date notes: June 22-24 2025
Submitted by: Gwen C
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Female cecropia moth moved from high traffic gas station parking lot to nearby home/ wooded area. Appeared to be gravid- began laying eggs on maple leaves in enclosure during transport. Total of 72 eggs by 6/24 on maple and oak leaves.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Sue Gregoire
Verified date: June 29, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Maine, Cumberland County