Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1231565

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: September 05, 2019
Submitted by: Pam Solursh
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Caterpillar was observed moving along a gravel cottage roadway near the French River south of Sudbury, ON. I had also seen one the previous day. Weather was sunny and about 18C. Area has many deciduous trees and pine trees. The cottage owner told me she has seen a number of the same type recently. I am very curious what the adult will be.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: September 05, 2019
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Canada, Ontario