Distribution:

southeastern China

Wingspan:

in between  11 and 14 cm 

Season:

one or two flights annually, depending on local condition. Cocoons overwinter

Food plants:

Vitaceae (Vitis, Cissus, Parthenocissus). More difficult and not recommended Salix caprea

Rearing:

An easy species on Vitaceae.  Keep warm (minimum room temperature), in spacious well ventilated plastic containers. Keep dry (avoid condensation and wet leaves, do not spray).  Ready to pupate within 6 weeks. The cocoons can be stored in the fridge until spring or in an unheated (but frost free) room.

Difficulties:

none