I found this guy outside the barn.
He's a cecropia moth, the largest North American moth.
I like his feathery antennae.
Here's a table explaining the difference between butterflies & moths.
Insect | Butterfly | Moth |
Antennae | rounded clubs on the ends | thin or often feathery |
Body | thin and smooth | thick and fuzzy |
Active | during the day | during the night |
Color | colorful | dull |
Pupal Stage | chrysalis | cocoon |
Wings | held vertically when resting | held flat against body when resting |
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