Luna moths can be seen at night, flying around lights, in the eastern half of the United States.
Adult luna moths do not eat. They consume all the energy and food they need while caterpillars.
Luna Moth
Actias luna
This moth, named after Luna, the Roman goddess of the moon, is one of the most spectacular-looking moths, with sweeping tails and feathery antennae. Unfortunately, it is threatened by the use of pesticides.
LUNA MOTH
A green moth with long hindwing tails and distinctive eyespots.
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Actias luna (Luna Moth)
Agraulis vanillae (Gulf Fritillary)
Agrius convolvuli
Agrotis exclamationis (Heart and Dart)
Alcis repandata (Mottled Beauty)
Amphipyra pyramidea (Copper Underwing)
Anartia amathea (Anartia amathea) ...
Common species in northwestern Ontario are the monarch (Danaus plexippus), mourning cloak (Nymphalis antiopa), and luna moth (Actias luna).
the luna moth and polyphemus moth) are smooth and green and may be over 3 in. (7.5 cm) long. Caterpillars are equipped with various protective devices.
A couple of years ago, I noticed a huge, beautiful Luna Moth by the side of a building. Unfortunately a mockingbird had noticed it, too. The bird was darting around making passes at the moth.
 See also: Moth, Caterpillar, Swallow, Tiger, Painted lady
  
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