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Saturnia pyri
Is a Saturniid moth which is native to Europe. It is the largest European Moth (15 cm in wingspan). It is absent from the UK. On the back has 4 ocelli which resemble an owl's eye. It is her defense against predators.
I saved her from certain death because she was in floor of a parking. That day was very windy. I think she was there for this reason.
Spotted on Jan 18, 2013
Submitted on Jan 18, 2013
3 Comments
thanks!!!
Beautiful!
great photos!