Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Do Big Bugs Freak You Out?

Last night as I pulled into the firehouse for my midnight shift, this was fluttering around the front entry under the lights. It landed on the concrete in front of the door, and stayed put as I opened the door to get this photo.

Click it to big it. A Polyphemus Moth. It was at least 6" from wingtip to wingtip









Here is a link to a page about it.

Earlier in the week, there was a large Luna Moth hanging around out in back along the wood line. My partner almost ran it over when he was leaving, so I let it climb onto my hand and I moved it to the leafy thicket.

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2 comments:

  1. Birdchaser01 August, 2023 21:24

    I raise Monarch butterflies, Luna Moths, Polyphemus moths & anything else we can find. The kids have fun going out in the woods with the lights & a white drop cloth to attract moths & beetles.

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    1. Glypto Dropem02 August, 2023 05:53

      I was surprised to learn that adult polyphemus moths only live for four days. Its a shame something so large and beautiful doesn't have a multi year lifespan. Oh well, God's plan, not mine.

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