Zambezi River Emperor EGGS (Gonimbrasia zambesina)

Difficulty - Straightforward (3/10)

Host plants - Privet (Ligustrum), Sweetgum (Liquidambar) and Ivy (Hedera helix) in captivity.

Conditions - A warm room (22-24 degrees) is ideal for all stages. Pupae require humidity to emerge.

Lifecycle - Continually brooded but pupae capable of diapause when too cool/dry.