Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1410782

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 02, 2025
Submitted by: rlange
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Moth was found in a parking lot. Seemed low energy, wings were a bit scuffed and tattered. Not near plants.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 09, 2025
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, District of Columbia