Indian Moon Moth A selene 2 cocoons
Indian Moon Moth Actias selene
One of the finest moths in the world! The male (illustrated) has hooked (falcate) wings and long, elegant tails. The wings of the female are much more rounded, and she has delicate crinkly tails. The cocoons can be kept cool in an outhouse or fridge for the winter, and brought out for breeding in the spring. They can also be kept warm and moist to emerge this winter. Pairing takes place at night and is not difficult, but the moths are usually parted by the morning. The female lays on the cage sides. Eggs hatch in about 2 weeks. Newly hatched larvae are red and black banded. With the next skin change they are red, peppered with black spots. Then they change to green, with colourfully decorated tubercles, and they grow enormous – often up to 12 or 15cms long. Preferred foodplants include Hawthorn,
A great favourite and one of the most suitable species for beginners and children. Few species have such a WOW-factor!
Two Indian Moon Moth cocoons £10.00 Next cocoons are due late summer or autumn, though some may become available sooner.