Actias luna moth has seasonal forms where it is double brooded. The summer form has yellow wing margins, spring form has pink to purple wing margins. Larva feeds mainly on Sweetgum, Hickory,Walnut and Birch. Oak pupa is active in its papery cocoon, usually spun on the ground.
Ova $3.00/DOZ
Cocoon $4.50/each
COCOONS NOW AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!!

Hyalophora cecropia moth is the largest North American Silkmoth attaining a wingspan of up to 6." The larva feeds on a variety of trees and shrubs but mainly on Cherry, Plum elderberry, Birch, and Willow.The overwintering cocoon does not hang but is attached lengthwiseto a twig or a plant on which the larva has fed.
Ova $4.50/DOZ
Cocoon $5.00 each

Antheraea polyphemus moth, perhaps the most common giant silkmoth,was named after the one-eyed giant, Polyphemus, of Greek mythology because of its large eye spots on its hindwings. In the south, it has two broods.The accordian shaped larva feeds on Oak, Hickory, Elm, Maple and Birch.The rounded tough parchment-like cocoon is found hanging on the food plant.
Ova $3.50/DOZ
Cocoon $4.00 each

Set specimens of butterfly and moths of select species are also available. These are A1 quality and ready to be mounted in the frame of your choice.

Specimens shown are:

A. luna (two top rows)
$25.00 each

Black Swallowtail (bottom row)
$20.00 each

(Butterflies sold individually - Riker Mount not included)