Distribution:

from India and Nepal to Thailand. The animals depicted here originate from China (Guandong)

Wingspan:

in between  7,5 and 10 cm 

Season:

depending on local conditions, 1 or 2 flights annually

Food plants:

preferably Juglans, but also reported to feed on Prunus padus

Rearing:

An easy species, suitable for newcomers.  Keep warm (minimum room temperature), in spacious well ventilated plastic containers. Older caterpillars can continue in large, plastic containers or in a netted cage, however keep in mind that Juglans does not stay fresh very long in a netted cage. For that reason plastic containers remain the preferred option.  Keep dry (avoid condensation and wet leaves, do not spray).  Relatively slow growing. Ready to pupate within 6 to 8 weeks.  Cocoons can overwinter in a cool, unheated but frost free room. When kept warm, adults emerge already after a few months, when kept cool they emerge when temperatures rise again.

Difficulties:

none