Attacus atlas

Atlas moths are said to be named after either the Titan of Greek mythology, or their map-like wing patterns. In Hong Kong the Cantonese name translates as "snake's head moth", referring to apical extension of the forewing, which bears a passing resemblance to a snake's head. (source wikipedia)

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Male Atlas moths are distinguished from females by their smaller size, more tapered wings, and larger, bushier antennae. Compare to female antennae here. Pu'er, Yunnan, China My Tumblr blog, SINOBUG, features photo series and images from my portfolio of Chinese insects and spiders......

Attacus atlas, the atlas moth, is a large saturniid moth endemic to the forests of Asia. The species was first described by Carl Linnaeus in...

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