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Insects
Moth
Attacus atlas
- Diet
- Nectarivore
- Lifespan
- 5-10 days (adult)
- Weight
- 0.025 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Moth (Attacus atlas) is a nectarivore species found in Southeast Asian forests. It typically lives 5-10 days (adult), weighing around 0.025 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the moth: Atlas moths have the largest wing area of any insect.
Insects are the most numerous group of animals on Earth, making up over half of all known living species. Despite their small size, they play essential roles in pollination, decomposition, and the food chain.