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Atlas moth
September 13 , 2024
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- The Atlas moth (Attacus atlas) is considered endemic to South East Asia and to be one of the largest moths in the world.
- It was spotted by a birdwatcher in Kalvarayan Hills in the Eastern Ghats recently.
- This is the first sighting of the species in Kalvarayan Hills in Kallakurichi district.
- This is one of the largest moths found in India.
- These moths are typically found at 500-3,000 feet above sea level in tropical dry forests.
- They rest during the day and remain active at night.
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