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emperor moth

Saturnia pavonia

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

French petit paon de nuit
German Kleines Nachtpfauenauge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of emperor moth?
The scientific name of emperor moth is Saturnia pavonia. It belongs to the genus Saturnia.
What is the conservation status of emperor moth?
emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does emperor moth live?
emperor moth is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does emperor moth belong to?
emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) belongs to the genus Saturnia, which is part of the taxonomic family Saturniidae.
Is emperor moth endangered?
No, emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does emperor moth belong to?
emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of emperor moth?
The closest relatives of emperor moth in the genus Saturnia include giant peacock moth.

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Saturnia — 2 Species

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emperor moth
Saturnia pavonia
LC
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giant peacock moth
Saturnia pyri
NE

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