Hermes Giant Silk Moth
Common NameHermes Giant Silk Moth
Scientific NameRhescyntis hermes
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilyArsenurinae
Wingspan (mm)140
Primary Colorsolive green, grey, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, rainforests
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America
Host PlantsStryphnodendron species, various broadleaf trees
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions (nocturnal)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are large and feed on various trees and shrubs. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, often underground or in leaf litter. Adults are short-lived and do not feed.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its very large size, robust body, olive-green to grey-brown cryptic coloration, and the distinctive wavy lines and falcate forewing apex.
Description
A very large, robust moth with broad, somewhat falcate wings, predominantly olive-green to grey-brown, intricately mottled with darker wavy lines and patches for camouflage.
