Family: Saturniidae, Giant Silkworm Moths view all from this family
Dimensions Wingspan 2 3/8-2 3/4" (60-70 mm).
Warning The caterpillar's spines cause a painful stinging if they penetrate human skin.
Habitat Forests & woodlands, Meadows & fields.
Range Rocky Mountains, Texas, Plains, Southeast, Great Lakes, Southwest, New England, Eastern Canada, Western Canada, Florida, Mid-Atlantic.

