Sent when ready in August. The mexican devil moth is a large and very handsome species that in its adult stage is arguably more impressive than its close relative citheronia regalis. Native to certain southern states of North America, it's spectacular larvae are adorned with an array of fearsome but harmless spines and grow very large. In captivity this species has been reared very successfully on walnut, sweetgum and staghorn sumach. A magnificent species that is difficult to obtain and highly recommended.
Larval foodplants: walnut (juglans); sweetgum (liquidamber); staghorn sumach (rhus)
Rearing: plastic boxes; warm, dry cages; sleeves in hot, dry climates.
