Giant Peacock Moth

Saturnia pyri
Saturniidae
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Description

Young caterpillar black with red warts. Adult caterpillar vivid green with blue warts bearing long black hairs.

Information
Size
8–12 cm
Observation period
June to September
Toxicity
No
Rarity
Uncommon
Host plants
ApplePlumCherryPearAlmondWillowWalnut
Distribution

Throughout France except the far north. Southern and central Europe.

Notes

Largest nocturnal moth in Europe. The blue warts are characteristic.