Rothschildia cinctus

Tepper, 1883

Cincta Silk Moth

Rothschildia cinctus is a giant silkmoth in the Saturniidae, known as the Cincta Silk . It occurs in North and Middle America. Like other members of its , it is a large, short-lived moth with mouthparts; do not feed and rely on fat reserves accumulated during the larval stage. The is part of a group of spectacular moths that are popular among collectors and enthusiasts.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Rothschildia cinctus: //ɹɒθˈtʃaɪldiə ˈsɪŋktəs//

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Distribution

Recorded from North America and Middle America.

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