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Promethea Moth

The Promethea Moth (Callosamia promethea) is one of the biggest moths, with a wingspan of up to 3.75". Female wings are dark brown to reddish-brown, while males are black.

It ranges across the eastern half of the United States and into Quebec.

Hosts include spicebush, lilac, sassafras, tulip tree and others.

Promethea Moth - female
Promethea Moth - female

Promethea Moth - male
Promethea Moth - male