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Polyphemus moth

Antheraea polyphemus

Photo by Darwinist
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Field Notes

Description:

Large moth. Mostly shades of brown. 4-5 inch wingspan. One black eye-spot on each hindwing. One hole in each fore and hind wing.

Habitat:

Found in Windermere Florida.

Reference Links:

Antheraea polyphemus

Species ID Suggestions

Polyphemus Moth

Antheraea polyphemus

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KristenGilpin
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Comments (2)
Darwinist
Thanks for the quick suggestions! Looks like Polyphemus is correct :)

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