Polyphemus Moth
Antheraea polyphemus (Cramer, 1776)
Family: Saturniidae
Status: Occasional resident
Range: Can be found throughout the United States and southern Canada
Larval Hostplant(s): Numerous trees including Willow (Salix), Oak (Quercus) and Birch (Betula)
NENHP Ranking: Not listed.
Broods/Flight Times: Fully double brooded in southern portions of the state.
Habitat: In/near deciduous woodlands.
Avg. Wingspan: 4 – 6 Inches
Found at: Indian Cave State Park, Fontenelle Forest, Niobrara Valley Preserve, Harlan County Reservoir, Gilbert-Baker State Wildlife Management Area, Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area.
Overwintering: As a pupa in a cocoon on or near the soil surface.
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🔗Links: Moth Photographers Group, BugGuide.net.
