SOLD OUT: Emperor Moth EGGS

The Emperor Moth is our only native Silk Moth (Saturnidae) but is nonetheless widespread, found throughout most of the country. It is particularly abundant in rural areas, so is common in most of Scotland and can even be found in Orkney and the Hebrides. The moths typically emerge in early spring, between March and May - depending on local climate - when the tree buds begin to open. Interestingly, they fly by day and males can detect the pheromones from a single female from miles away. The male moths are smaller than the females and orange-brown in colour, while females are grey. Caterpillars are very easy to rear and have a variety of colour forms, changing at each stage, making them a very interesting project! Cocoons are spun among host plant stems/leaves or on the sides of enclosures - store them somewhere cool overwinter and incubate at room temperature when convenient in the spring. The Care Guides section contains relevant information for breeding and rearing.