Luna moths

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These are my personal favorite moths!

Luna moths, scientifically known as Actias luna or the american moon moth, are lime green moths with a silky, flowy body. They're nearctic moths in the family Saturniidae, a group commonly known as giant silk moths. They have lime green wings and white bodies, their larvae are also green. The moth lives for approximately one week after hatching from their cacoon. 

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Luna moths have the title of the prettiest moth alive.

The adult has no mouth meaning they don't eat or drink.

They're not poisonous or venomous and are actually completely harmless!

The females die after laying their eggs.

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⏰ Last updated: Jan 01, 2023 ⏰

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