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The Indian moon moth or Indian luna moth .

Actias selene

Photo by AmolPandit
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Description:

The Indian moon moth is a species of Saturniid moth from Asia. This species is popular among amateur entomologists and is often reared from eggs or cocoons that are available from commercial sources. They are also known to fly mainly at night

Habitat:

Taken near Vandari Lake,in forest area,Dhekale,Palghar Maharastra ,India

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Actias selene

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