Moths of Iowa
Saturnidae
Saturniinae
7757 Antheraea polyphemus (Cramer, 1776)
Polyphemus Moth
Life History: Link
Identification - Large brown moth with spots on wings. Spots on wings are transparent.
Flight times: May-July
Wing Span: 100-150 mm / 3-4 inches
Caterpillar Host Plants: Maples and other trees. Adult moths do not feed.
Habitat: Deciduous Woods
Range - Sightings in Iowa