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The Hyalophora Cecropia (the largest moths) in mating process

Hyalophora cecropia, the Cecropia Moth, is a magnificent insect and one of the largest moths in North America. With a wingspan up to 6 inches (15 cm), its beautiful silk-like wings showcase striking shades of brown, red, and white. The Cecropia Moth has a unique life cycle, starting as a egg, hatching into a caterpillar, and eventually transforming into a pupa before emerging as a adult moth. They feed on leaves and play a vital role in pollination. Their distinctive appearance and impressive size make them a popular attraction among nature enthusiasts and photographers.

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Hundreds of endangered three-tailed butterflies (Chinese three tailed swallowtail), Tengchong, SW China's Yunnan Province. The Bhutanitis thaidina is a species of butterfly that is found in the Himalayan regions of China, Bhutan and India. It is known for its large size and striking coloration, the wings are primarily black and have bright markings at the hindwings. Credit: People's Daily, China