Automeris illustris
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| Automeris illustris (Walker, 1855)
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Automeris illustris is a species of moth of the Saturniidae family. It is found in South America, including Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina.
The larvae feed on a wide range of plants. In scientific tests over 50 plants from 28 families (including Fabaceae, Rutaceae, Meliaceae and Myrtaceae) where accepted by as food.
External links
- Information on rearing
- Biology of Automeris illustris (Walker) (Lepidoptera, Saturniidae, Hemileucinae)
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