Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 975325

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: May 30, 2014
Submitted by: cowpoke2
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: While reading during early morning hours (dark outside) heard a large insect flying against window screen, perhaps attracted to light. Later that morning found the photographed moth dead, appearing chewed on by animals. Nights have been cool - in general unseasonably cold after a very long winter and delayed spring-like weather. Conditions previous 24 hours: no precipitation, blue sky, breezy.
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: May 31, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Tioga County