Japanese Emperor Moth
Common NameJapanese Emperor Moth
Scientific NameRinaca japonica
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilySaturniinae
Wingspan (mm)100
Primary Colorsorange, reddish-brown, pink, black
HabitatForests, woodlands, mountainous regions
Geographic RangeJapan, Korea, China, Russian Far East
Host PlantsQuercus, Prunus, Malus, Salix, Betula, Acer
Flight PeriodMay to August
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green with spines, feeding on various deciduous trees. They pupate in a silken cocoon. Adults are nocturnal and do not feed.
Identification TipsKey features include its large size, reddish-orange ground color, and the distinctive large, multi-ringed eyespots on the hindwings, often with a blue-black center and pinkish-red rings.
Description
A large, robust moth with reddish-orange to brown wings, featuring prominent, multi-ringed eyespots on the hindwings and smaller, less distinct eyespots on the forewings, along with intricate wavy patterns.
