Caligula simla

(Caligula simla)

Description

Caligula simla is a moth of the family Saturniidae. It is found in south-eastern Asia, including China and Thailand. The larvae feed on Quercus and Prunus padus.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum:

Class: Insecta

Order:Lepidoptera

Family:Saturniidae

Genus:Caligula

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