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Cecropia Moth

Hyalophora cecropia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Saturniidae ›Genus: Hyalophora

About

Hyalophora cecropia (cecropia moth) is North America's largest native moth. It is a member of the Saturniidae family, or giant silk moths. Females with a wingspan of six inches (160 mm) or more have been documented. It is found as far west as California and north into the majority of Canadian provinces. The larvae of these moths are most commonly found on maple trees, but they have been known to feed on cherry and birch trees among...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cecropia Moth?
The scientific name of Cecropia Moth is Hyalophora cecropia.
What kingdom does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the family Saturniidae.
What genus does Cecropia Moth belong to?
Cecropia Moth belongs to the genus Hyalophora.