luna moth
Noun
Meaning
large pale-green American moth with long-tailed hind wings and a yellow crescent-shaped mark on each forewing
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Actias luna
io moth
ladybird beetle
sphinx moth
atlas moth
emperor moth
saturniid moth
lepidopterous insect
moon moth
night moth
admiral butterfly
giant silk moth
great capricorn beetle
giant peacock moth
celestial moth
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The Luna moth, like most moths, are nocturnal meaning they are predominately active at night, but sightings can occur during the day.
Luna moth caterpillars are lime green with yellow lines and reddish-orange spots running down both sides.