The saturniid or giant silk moths are well named. Their large size—up to 6.5 inches for the cecropia moth—and the soft silky browns, greens, and oranges of their wings are unforgettable when they ...

Honorable mention: Cecropia moth and its caterpillar Cecropia moth caterpillars grows as long as a hot dog. The caterpillars are vibrant and colorful, while as moths they have reddish bodies with ...