Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 706186

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: April 25, 2012
Submitted by: Dez
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Two specimens were located early in the morning on the back steps of a cement porch. The weather was warm. They were located very close together, possible mating. They refused to respond to external stimulus.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: June 12, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Washington County