Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 719260

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 23, 2012
Submitted by: phoulx
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Found these remains in my yard in suburbia western Michigan. Other than this, there were only small bits of body left. It was found at the door to my shed which is home for many earwigs and carpenter ants so it was pretty eaten. From center of body to wingtip is 3 1/4" inches making this by far the biggest insect I've ever seen here other than a very rare Monarch. Any ideas what this rarity (to my yard) is?
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: July 05, 2012
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Michigan, Kent County