Atlas Moth (Yonaguni-san)

ヨナグニサン · Yonagunisan

Designated by: Prefectural / Natural Monument
Designation type: Species
Designated on: March 29, 1985
Prefectures: Okinawa
Scientific name: Attacus atlas

Designation facts (name, date, location) are compiled from public records by Japanese authorities.

About the Atlas Moth

The Atlas moth is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan of roughly 20 centimeters and wingtips patterned like snake heads. Adults have vestigial mouthparts and live off energy stored as caterpillars. In Japan it occurs on Yonaguni and neighboring islands, and both the species and its habitat on Mt. Urabu are Natural Monuments.

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Designated as a species without a fixed area. Markers show related prefectures.

Frequently asked questions

Atlas Moth (Yonaguni-san) is a Prefectural Natural Monument of Japan (Okinawa). The Atlas moth is one of the largest moths in the world, with a…

The Atlas Moth (Yonaguni-san) is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Okinawa.

When observing, follow local rules, keep your distance and never feed the animals. Capturing or harming Natural Monuments is prohibited under Japan's Act on Protection of Cultural Properties.