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Polyphemus Moth: Giant Silk Moth of Eastern Forests

The huge, tan moth with large eyespots is the polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus). Its caterpillar is bright green, up to 3 inches long, and feeds on a wide range of trees (oaks, maples, pines, etc.). Adults live only to mate and are rarely seen at ground level.

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