🌿Native Nature

Speckled Emperor

Gynanisa maja

Taxonomy

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

About

Gynanisa maja (speckled emperor or chipumi) is a moth of the family Saturniidae. It is known from South Africa to eastern Africa (up to Angola and Zambia). Gynanisa nigra is just a darker form and not a distinct species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Speckled Emperor?
The scientific name of Speckled Emperor is Gynanisa maja.
What kingdom does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the family Saturniidae.
What genus does Speckled Emperor belong to?
Speckled Emperor belongs to the genus Gynanisa.