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Polyphemus Moth

Antheraea polyphemus

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30.1483, -98.4703

Field Notes

Description:

This moth (?) was seen in the hill country during the day. Looked like it was dying as it was flying erratically and mostly flopping around on the ground.

Species ID Suggestions

Polyphemus Moth

Antheraea polyphemus

Comments (2)

Looking at flight times, A. polyphemus looks much more probable than A. oculea.

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