The Sphingidae family—also known as hawk moths, sphinx moths, or sphingids—includes ... The Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus) is a large North American saturniid with captivating eyespots ...

Their large size—up to 6.5 inches for the cecropia moth—and the soft silky browns, greens, and oranges of their wings are unforgettable when they appear at a lighted window at night. Equally well ...