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Polyphemus Moth

Antheraea Polyphemus

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Description:

It was in our porch's screen for over a week! It welcomed us during our first week in FL.

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Antheraea polyphemus

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Polyphemus moth

Antheraea polyphemus

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Comments (2)
Jennifer Flores
Really?! It's actually way bigger than what it looks in the picture. It was on our porch for so long we actually missed it when it was gone!
KarenL
Interesting find! I found a few of the caterpillars this year & have brought a cocoon inside in the hope of seeing this moth emerging!

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PublishedDecember 3, 2011

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