One of the world's largest moths detected for the first time in U.S., officials say



The moth, with a wingspan of 10 inches, was spotted in Washington state.

Aug 18, 2022

A moth with a wingspan of 10 inches has been found in the U.S. for the first time, according to the Washington State Department of Agriculture, which is asking residents to report further sightings.

The atlas moth — considered one of the world's largest moths — was first reported to the state agency by a University of Washington professor last month. It was seen in Bellevue, a large suburb of Seattle.

One of the world'''s largest moths detected for the first time in U.S., officials say