Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 915983

Polyphemus moth
Antheraea polyphemus

Observation date: August 13, 2013
Submitted by: Andrew Senior
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Cool (69F) humid overcast morning. Moth on back door near porchlight. Appears to be sleeping. First photo 6:30AM, second photo 9:30AM.
Status: Resident
Verified by: stomlins701
Verified date: August 13, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Kansas, Riley County