Luna Moth
Actias luna (Linnaeus, 1758) P-no. 890072
Host plant: Found on pawpaw (Asimina triloba)
Date found: 28 June, 2026
Location found: Pinewoods Lake Recreation Area, Carter County, MO
Notes: While the adult luna moth does not feed at all, the larvae are highly polyphagous. The recorded hosts are plants in 18 families, utilizing mostly woody species.
A Thousand Acres of Silphiums 
Beautiful, I’ve never seen the adult of the species alive. Great find on this cat. Sharp across the entire frame. Great work on this, Bill.
They are both exciting finds. Thanks Miguel 😊