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Polyphemus

Polyphemus

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Description:

It is a gorgeous Polyphemus moth that was hanging out in my granda's courtyard. Probably due to our current heavy rains in Miami. It was gorgeous.Was about 6in wide. My dad named him Wally due to his choice of resting places! :) Enjoy

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Antheraea polyphemus

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Polyphemus Moth

Antheraea polyphemus
VeronicaDelRio
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Comments (3)
Jacob Gorneau
Wonderful spotting! Could you please add this to my mission, Moths of the Americas? Thanks! http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8841449
Aaron_G
Nice first spotting, Veronica, and welcome to Project Noah. We look forward to future spottings from you! I've moved this entry to Arthropods for you.

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PublishedMay 24, 2012

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