{"product_id":"cricula-trifenestrata","title":"Cricula trifenestrata","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCricula trifenestrata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003ecommonly known as the Cricula Silkmoth, is a large Saturniid native to South and Southeast Asia, from India through Indonesia. This species produces golden, mesh cocoons and has highly gregarious larvae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThese moths are relatively easy to rear in captivity. Larvae feed communally, which makes group rearing straightforward, but overcrowding and humidity control are the main challenges to master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mesh cage or well ventilated enclosure for adults. Provide ample flight space, wings are delicate and can tatter against enclosure walls. Provide fresh cut host plant branches in water for larvae, with enough surface area for communal feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Avoid condensation or wet leaves inside the rearing container, as excess moisture combined with the larvae's communal habits increases the risk of bacterial and viral outbreaks spreading through the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet (larvae):\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyphagous, accepts a range of European host plants including Prunus (cherry, highly recommended), Quercus (oak), Liquidambar (sweetgum), Rhus (sumac), and Malus (apple). Larvae are gregarious, feeding in clusters especially in early instars. Rear in groups on ample foliage, increase ventilation and spacing as larvae grow to prevent disease spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larvae are gregarious, forming dense feeding clusters from L1 through later instars. Mature larvae are yellow green with black tubercles. Pupation occurs in a golden, mesh cocoon, often spun communally in clusters. Adults are strong fliers with no functional mouthparts. A tropical species with no true pupal diapause, continuously brooded under stable warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28 °C is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilyas Insects","offers":[{"title":"20 caterpillars L2","offer_id":60064402014542,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/1881\/9150\/files\/28aa6520-2e1e-4e10-bcd6-e135706e4f72.jpg?v=1783445063","url":"https:\/\/ilyasinsects.com\/nl\/products\/cricula-trifenestrata","provider":"Ilyas Insects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}