Which moth has large eye spots on its hind wings?

Polyphemus Moth | Luna Moth | Monarch Butterfly | Cecropia Moth

Which habitat do polyphemus caterpillars use?

Deciduous woodlands and shrublands | Deep ocean | Alpine peaks | Desert flats

What do adult polyphemus moths feed on?

Adults do not feed | Nectar | Tree sap | Fruit

When are polyphemus moths most likely seen?

At night in late spring and summer | Midday | Deep winter | in autumn

Which sign indicates polyphemus presence?

Large cocoons and night moth sightings | Large hoof prints | Shells on shore | Bird nests

Quiz Answers

Polyphemus Moth. The polyphemus moth has large eye spots on its hind wings used to deter predators.

Deciduous woodlands and shrublands. Caterpillars feed on a variety of deciduous trees in woodlands and shrublands.

Adults do not feed. Adult polyphemus moths do not feed and live briefly to reproduce.

At night in late spring and summer. They are nocturnal and most active in late spring and summer nights.

Large cocoons and night moth sightings. Large cocoons on branches and night sightings indicate presence.

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