Archaeoattacus edwardsii THAILAND

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Saturnidae was first named by White in 1859

Colour: The topside (recto) of the wings range from dark to pale brown, with a striking pattern of white markings.. The underside is similar but paler.

Size: Wingspan 180-250mm

Comments & Applications: Among the worlds largest species of moth. This incredible silk-moth is much sought after by collectors and rarely offered for sale. Each wing has a transparent triangular hook shaped “window”.  The perfect species for higher end butterfly framing, domes, artwork or interior design where you are looking for a more unusual species.

Format: Unmounted, papered, requires relaxing and setting

More information: Wikipedia – Captive Breeding     

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Large bodies moths such as Atlas can be prone to greasing around the bodies/wings. The abdomen is encased in tissue to help this – greasing often leaches into the packet. THIS DOES NOT AFFECT THE SPECIMEN. Occasionally during the initial drying process specimens can develop small amounts of mould, but this rare. Use acetone to brush off and treat mould or degrease wings/abdomen. 

De-greasing techniques: Moth / Butterfly

BODY SIZE: When a silk-moth is alive the abdomens are large and plump. During the drying process the abdomen shrinks and can become thin when alive, especially in the males where the body is more fleshy, the eggs in the females tends to keep the body plump. Occasionally during the re-hydration process a body may fall apart and need repairing using PVA glue.