Epiphora bauhiniae male x Hyalophora euryalus female,
by Robert Vuattoux.

The hybrid specimen depicted above is a result of the pairing and larvae depicted below. Congratulations to Robert Vuattoux on successful rearing of an unusual hybrid. Perhaps many of the Epiphora and Hyalophora can be hybridized.

Epiphora bauhiniae male, Africa, x Hyalophora euryalus female, California,
courtesy of Robert Vuattoux; 2014.

Epiphora bauhiniae male, Senegal, Africa, x Hyalophora euryalus female, California,
courtesy of Robert Vuattoux.

Epiphora bauhiniae male, Africa, x Hyalophora euryalus female, California,
fifth instar, courtesy of Robert Vuattoux; 2014.

Epiphora bauhiniae male, Africa, x Hyalophora euryalus female, California,
fifth instar (head), courtesy of Robert Vuattoux; 2014.

We hope Bob is successful in getting an emergent moth in the spring. To the best of my knowledge, this is the first time a cross between Epiphora and Hyalophora has been taken to final instar larva.

Support this website and visit other insect sites by clicking flashing butterfly links to left or right.

Use your browser "Back" button to return to the previous page.

ebauhiniaemxheuryalusfrv.htm