Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 543827

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: July 07, 2011
Submitted by: TanyaT
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Not much known. I'm not sure it will survive. It was in my flower garden & the neighbor kids started spraying it with the hose. The antenna (spelling?) are both broken off & it's still wet & not showing much activity at all... I hope it survives - it's HUGE & Beautiful
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ranger Steve Mueller
Verified date: August 14, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Utah County, Utah, United States