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Indian Luna Moth

Actias selene

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The Indian Moon Moth or Indian Luna Moth (Actias selene) 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. Found from india to japan and some south Asian countries also in sri lanka. This spotting has takend from Naula, central province of Sri Lanka.

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PublishedAugust 27, 2014

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