Opodiphthera helena

(Opodiphthera helena)

Description

Opodiphthera helena, the Helena gum moth, is a moth in the family Saturniidae. It is found along the eastern coast of Australia. The wingspan is 130–170 mm. The larvae feed on Eucalyptus species.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Saturniidae
Genus:Opodiphthera
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