Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 979461

Cecropia silkmoth
Hyalophora cecropia

Observation date: June 03, 2014
Submitted by: DJS9876
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: I found him on my way into work after a heavy rain. He had no apparent injuries and looked young and vivid. I moved him to a safer place away from the walkway, and under some protection from the rain. He stayed all day, and had left by the next morning. This was the largest moth I have ever seen, with a wingspan nearly 5".
Status: Resident
Verified by: BAMONA
Verified date: June 18, 2014
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Monroe County