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Moth Eggs & Larvae

Moth Eggs & Larvae

Favourites include the Eyed, Poplar and Lime Hawks and the captivating Puss Moth which boasts one of the most remarkable larvae anywhere on the planet and is also very easy to breed! The larvae can be reared in plastic boxes at sensible densities or in net cages. We can give further advice if needed.

Please remember that the resulting pupae from native species will not hatch until the following spring. These will need to be overwintered in airtight containers in refrigerators or cool out buildings.

Commonly bred exotics are the Chinese Oak Silk Moth (Antheraea pernyi) and the breathtaking Indian Moon Moth (Actias selene). Both species produce huge moths in the same year, the adults pair easily in net popup cages and the magnificent larvae are a joy to rear in large plastic containers or on cut food in cages. 

CHINESE OAK SILK MOTH | Antheraea pernyi (Ova / Larvae)

CHINESE OAK SILK MOTH | Antheraea pernyi (Ova / Larvae)

Sent when ready in May or June. The chinese oak silk moth is the perfect beginners' species, and has …
£4.95

ERI SILK MOTH | Philosamia cynthia ricini (Ova / Larvae)

ERI SILK MOTH | Philosamia cynthia ricini (Ova / Larvae)

Currently unavailable.  Ricini is one of many sub-species of 'samia cynthia and resembles a smaller version of …
£4.95

EYED HAWK | Smerinthus ocellata (Ova / Larvae)

EYED HAWK | Smerinthus ocellata (Ova / Larvae)

Sent when ready in May or June. A beautiful sight when freshly emerged, the eyed hawk is one of our commonest …
£5.50

INDIAN MOON MOTH | Actias selene (Ova / Larvae)

INDIAN MOON MOTH | Actias selene (Ova / Larvae)

Sent when ready in the spring. Selene is a huge and truly stunning green moth with a wonderful larval stage. As one…
£5.95

LIME HAWK | Mimas tiliae (Ova / Larvae)

LIME HAWK | Mimas tiliae (Ova / Larvae)

Currently unavailable. A lovely native hawk moth that is beautifully patterned with various shades of green. O…
£5.50

PUSS MOTH | Cerura vinula (Ova / Larvae)

PUSS MOTH | Cerura vinula (Ova / Larvae)

Sent when ready in May or June. The puss moth is an enduring favourite of seasoned breeders and a fascinating …
£5.50

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