Darapsa myron
Distribution:
from Nova Scotia (Canada) and Maine (USA) south to Florida and Texas and from there, further south into Mexico.
Wingspan:
In between 4,5 and 6,5 centimeter
Season:
depends on the local conditions, at least two brood annually, but in the warmer parts and in captivity 3 or more
Food plants:
Vitis, Parthenocissus
Rearing:
Easy and suitable for newcomers. Keep warm and clean, in well ventilated plastic containers or in netted cages. Fast growing and ready to pupate within 4 weeks. The pupal stage is short (2 to 3 weeks). The warmer the faster they develop. Pupae after the last flight in autumn can be overwintered in the fridge.
Difficulties:
none