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Ailanthus Silkmoth

Samia cynthia

Photo by Kya
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Field Notes

Description:

I came across this butterfly (or moth) one day in the aisle outside my office in the building, having no idea how it flew inside.

Species ID Suggestions

Ailanthus Silkmoth

Samia cynthia

Reference Link
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Comments (4)
Kya
Thanks Jakubko, I saw this moth in the walking aisle one day morning outside my office and was scared though.
Jacob Gorneau
Gorgeous Kya! I see this is the moth with the almond-shaped pattern you were talking about!
bayucca
Saturniidae/Silkmoths, Samia sp. and most probably Samia cynthia: http://www.treknature.com/gallery/photo61009.htm

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PublishedApril 21, 2013

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