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Like those of butterflies,
the wings, bodies, and legs of moths are covered with dust like scales
that come off if the insect is handled. There are, however, several
differences between butterflies and moths. Although some moth species
are active during the day, moths generally tend to be nocturnal.
Compared to butterflies, they have stouter
bodies, duller coloring, and proportionately smaller wings. Moths also
have distinctive feathery antennae, and, when at rest, they either fold
their wings, wrap them around the body, or hold them extended at their
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Giant Atlas Moth
The attacus atlas comes from Indonesia.
This moth has the largest wing area of any lepidopteran.
Note the "snake
head" design at the end of the wings. Is that a deterrent to predators?
Collection of Three
Wing span of the moth is about six inches. Mounted
with two butterflies to show scale.
Plain black frame measures 7.75" x 12.75"
No. LA650-A3. $37.95
Single Specimen.
Just the moth. No butterflies
Frame measures 7.75 x 10.75
No. LA650-AS. Only $27.50
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Giant Atlas Moth
Various locations. 8" x 8" Double Glass Frame,
just like the morpho shown at left.
No. LA650-04. Only $89.95 |
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PLEASE NOTE: All of our
butterflies, moths, beetles, spiders, and other arthropods are raised on
special ranches for collectors. None are taken from the wild, and
none are endangered. Due to the nature of real specimens, most items are made upon order.
Please allow 3 to 6 weeks for
delivery for all real specimens. Certain specimens are only
available seasonally.
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