Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1428501

Blinded sphinx
Paonias excaecata

Observation date: July 20, 2026
Submitted by: Ptcat3
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Cool, damp. Mouth was sitting on an outdoor window screen.
Status: Resident
Verified by: curtis.lehman
Verified date: July 20, 2026
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, West Virginia, Webster County

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