Antheraea polyphemus, the Polyphemus moth, is a North American member of the family Saturniidae, the giant silk moths. It is a tan-colored moth, with an average wingspan of 15 cm (6 in). The most …

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May 27, 2024 · The Polyphemus moth belongs to the family Saturniidae, which includes emperor moths, royal moths, and giant silk moths, and is named after the resemblance of the rings around the …

Polyphemus moths, Antheraea polyphemus , can be found in all of the continental United States except Arizona and Nevada and in every Canadian province except Newfoundland and Prince Edward …

Jan 29, 2025 · This member of the Giant Silk Moth family is large and has a furry, brown body. Each brown forewing has a front border that is gray. The most remarkable feature besides is grand size …

Antheraea polyphemus is nocturnal and comes readily to light. This species is often found at porch lights that have been left on overnight—such finds often produce awe and wonder in those who discover …