Loepa oberthuri
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