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Philippine Atlas Moth

Attacus lemairei

Vulnerable

About

A giant silk moth endemic to the Philippines with rich chestnut-brown wings and large transparent triangular windows near the wing tips. It closely resembles the common Atlas moth but has distinct wing patterns.

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Did You Know?

This species was only recognized as distinct from Attacus atlas in the late 20th century through careful study of wing pattern differences.