Southern Spain
Saturnia pyri, the Giant peacock moth, great peacock moth, giant emperor moth or Grote Nachtpauwoog (in Dutch), is native to Europe. It is the largest European moth, with a wingspan reaching 15–20 cm (6–8 in). This nocturnal species can be found in Central, Eastern and Southern Europe, and also in Siberia and North Africa. Everywhere quite rare. In my country (The Netherlands) a very rare vagrant. Image made in the arid nature reserve Cabo de Gata, © Tom Kisjes May 2012
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