Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1270095

Luna moth
Actias luna

Observation date: August 19, 2020
Submitted by: athonnings
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Very light green, large moth. It was on the steps of an apartment building. There are lots of trees in the area and some plants as well, but this moth was on the steps, under the metal hand railing.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 20, 2020
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, Delaware, Kent County