Moths of Iowa
Saturnidae
Saturniinae
7758 Actias luna (Linnaeus, 1758)
Luna Moth
Life History: Link
Identification - Large light green moth with spots in wings and long tails.
Flight times: May-June, Second brood August-September
Wing Span: 75-105 mm / 3-4 inches
Caterpillar Host Plants: Walnuts and other trees. Adult moths do not feed.
Habitat: Deciduous Woods
Range - Sightings in Iowa