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Leaf like Moth - Eumorpha achemon
Copyright © 2011 Jaynekait

Leaf like Moth - Eumorpha achemon
Eldersburg, US County, Maryland, USA
August 22, 2011
Size: approx 3 inches wide
I spotted this around 3 am, thought it was a leaf at 1st. Very large moth with beautiful markings
Contributed by Jaynekait on 24 August, 2011 - 9:44pm
Last updated 25 August, 2011 - 5:02am

Moved
Moved from ID Request.
… Ron M., 25 August, 2011 - 5:02am

agree with ken
its an achemon..i love the colors, and the camera doesnt do them justice
… Edna Woodward, 24 August, 2011 - 10:53pm

Resembles
the Achemon Sphinx (Eumorpha achemon):



However, there may be similar species, so hold out for a second opinion.

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… Ken Wolgemuth, 24 August, 2011 - 9:53pm

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