Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 917625

Laurel sphinx
Sphinx kalmiae

Observation date: August 16, 2013
Submitted by: djnesbit
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Moth appeared to be dying. It was found on the wall of a WalMart store, where it remained from morning throughout the afternoon. It was mostly sunny and in the upper 70's. Specimen was collected approx. 4:30 PM, EST. It remains in my freezer, awaiting pinning.
Status: Resident
Verified by: Ryan St Laurent
Verified date: August 22, 2013
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): United States, New York, Cayuga County