Automeris io (Io moth): appearance, life cycle, range and defenses Automeris io Automeris io, the Io moth, is a North American saturniid notable for its striking hindwing eyespots, stinging caterpillars, nocturnal adults and wide range from southern Canada to…
Caterpillar — the larval stage of butterflies and moths Caterpillar Caterpillars are the soft-bodied larval stage of butterflies and moths. This article explains their appearance, life cycle, diet, defenses, ecological role and interactions with pe…
