A collection of living histories
Moths | Entomological Atlas
Explore the moths in the Luminary Oddities collection through natural history and specimen-derived artwork.
Specimen-derived artwork opens the door. Source-linked guides reveal the insects beyond the frame.
5 guides
Luna Moth
Actias luna
A green North American silk moth whose long tails have been tested as acoustic decoys. Its hidden life among leaves is as interesting as the adult silhouette.
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Pink Spirit Moth
Actias rhodopneuma
A moon moth represented in the collection by pink-and-yellow specimen-derived works. Published Laotian and Chinese records anchor its identity while its early life remains less fully documented here.
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Indian Moon Moth
Actias selene
Pale green wings, crescent eyespots and long tails give the Indian moon moth its celestial silhouette. A local life-history study reveals the feeding caterpillar behind that delicate adult.
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Campylotes histrionicus
Campylotes histrionicus
A boldly patterned day-flying moth whose story runs through Himalayan collections, regional plant records and changing scientific names.
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Madagascan Sunset Moth
Chrysiridia rhipheus
A day-flying Madagascan moth with color shaped by microscopic wing architecture and an intimate connection to Omphalea plants.
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