Saturniid: Moth

Adult Saturniids are short-lived, typically living only 7–10 days, with the sole purpose of mating.

Famous for its pale green color and long tails. saturniid moth

Males have large, feathery antennae designed to detect female pheromones from up to a mile away. Adult Saturniids are short-lived

Adults have reduced or nonfunctional mouthparts and do not feed, relying entirely on fat stores from their caterpillar stage. typically living only 7–10 days

One of the largest moths in the world, frequently found in Southeast Asia.

The caterpillars are often large, colorful, and spiny, feeding on a wide variety of trees and shrubs.