Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 535472

One-eyed sphinx
Smerinthus cerisyi

Observation date: May 30, 2011
Submitted by: cyrus360
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: The moth sat on my front doorstep for several hours. It was completely still and did not bother to move even when I brushed it with my camera lens. It was about 60 degrees out, overcast and ready to rain.
Status: Resident
Verified by: davidwdroppers
Verified date: May 30, 2011
Coordinator notes: Thanks for the record. They are very still during the daylight.
Checklist region(s): Skagit County, Washington, United States