Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1253553

Imperial moth
Eacles imperialis

Observation date: June 14, 2020
Submitted by: kristajo74
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: 70 degrees Fahrenheit Sunny with a light breeze Found in the yard and moved so the dogs would not mess with her. Normal behavior, at first she stayed on my hand, then started to flap her wings before I placed her back in the grass. Roughly has a 5 inch wing span.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: June 14, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Ohio, Logan County