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Atlas Moth or Attacus atlas This had just emerged from its pupa Atlas Moth,Attacus atlas,Geotagged,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Atlas Moth or Attacus atlas

This had just emerged from its pupa

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The Atlas moth is a large saturniid moth found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia, and common across the Malay archipelago. Atlas moths are considered the largest moths in the world in terms of total wing surface area. Their wingspans are also amongst the largest, reaching over 25 cm. Females are appreciably larger and heavier.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by William Bodine
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By William Bodine

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Uploaded Jan 20, 2024. Captured Jan 18, 2024 11:39 in 9500 East Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, USA.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/4.5
  • 1/256s
  • ISO3200
  • 105mm