Sphinx Moth Cocoon
40.8684, -75.608
Field Notes
Description:
Family: Sphingidae, Subfamily: Sphinginae. 2 inches in length (5. cm). Brown, tan with black dots. Still moving when I arrived to pick up the cocoon. A tentative ID was given for Achemon Sphinx Moth cocoon (Eumorpha achemon) however, since this is an uncommon moth in my area I put only Sphinx Moth cocoon until I can get absolute confirmation.
Habitat:
Near woodlands, but found in the open on his stone deck.
Notes:
Special thanks to my neighbor and his dog who spotted this cocoon for me. I will have to wait until spring to see what it is.
Species ID Suggestions
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