Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 542640

Modest sphinx
Pachysphinx modesta

Observation date: July 01, 2011
Submitted by: Photog Paul
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I have had these around my house for a couple weeks, hanging out by the light by my basement door (on all night), as many as 4 at a time, several staying in the same place for several days. Up until now, I believe they were all males. This is the first time I've seen a male and female at the same time, and the first chance I've had to photograph them.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ranger Steve Mueller
Verified date: August 14, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Marquette County, Michigan, United States