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Edwards' Atlas Moth

Attacus edwardsii

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A massive Himalayan silk moth rivaling the atlas moth in size, with rich brown wings and large translucent fenestrae. It inhabits high-altitude forests across the Himalayas.

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Did You Know?

Attacus edwardsii was once considered the largest moth in the world before accurate measurements confirmed the atlas moth's slightly greater wing area.