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Forest Giant Owl Moth

Erebus walkeri

About

A massive dark brown moth with intricate bark-like patterning and subtle eyespots. It rests during the day on tree trunks where it is superbly camouflaged.

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Did You Know?

When disturbed, it flashes its hindwings to reveal startling eyespots that can frighten small predators.