Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 547853

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: July 23, 2011
Submitted by: Maidmerriam
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Photo was taken about 8:00 AM. The moth was just sitting there on the tree not moving at all. The wingspan is about 4.5" wide, but I did not measure it at the time the photo was taken.
Status: Resident
Verified by: jim.mason
Verified date: September 15, 2011
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Johnson County, Kansas, United States