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Polyphemus Moth - Antheraea polyphemus
Copyright © 2003 Steve Collins

Polyphemus Moth - Antheraea polyphemus
Miami Springs, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA
November 8, 2003
This lovely creature was being attacked by Blue Jays in the road. I fear I only saved it briefly while taking the photo.
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Contributed by Steve Collins on 26 June, 2005 - 5:47pm

I have photographed one of these moths
I photographed one of these moths too.
… Bill D., 13 March, 2009 - 9:50am login or register to post comments

my favorite
5 years ago, this bug came and landed right on the top of my head. It is what inspired me to be an entomologist. Kinda corny but true.
… Rob, 10 July, 2006 - 1:21am login or register to post comments

stunning!
What stunning color! I rarely see them of that shade around here (Indiana)
… Lacy Smith, 30 May, 2006 - 7:11am login or register to post comments

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