Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1423256

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: February 18, 2026
Submitted by: BugWeedle
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Daytime, found on the third floor of apartment on the ground. Was dead. Small tear in back of wing, otherwise intact.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: May 20, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Florida, Brevard County