7,804 observationsVulnerable
Giant Peacock Moth
Saturnia pyri
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Saturniidae ›Genus: Saturnia
About
Saturnia pyri, the giant peacock moth, great peacock moth, giant emperor moth or Viennese emperor, is a Saturniid moth which is native to Europe. The species was first described by Michael Denis and Ignaz Schiffermüller in 1775. It is the largest European moth, with a wingspan reaching 15–20 cm.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Giant Peacock Moth is Saturnia pyri.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the family Saturniidae.
- Giant Peacock Moth belongs to the genus Saturnia.