Subtitle: Have you seen an Emperor gum moth lately?
Gum moths (Emperor gum moth and Helen gum moth) are large, iconic Australian insects. Anecdotal evidence suggests that gum moths are in decline in parts of their natural range. Are they in decline and what might be causing it?.
This video explores some of the theories that might explain the mystery. The video also describes the Emperor gum moth (Opodiphthera eucalypti) and the Helena gum moth (Opodiphthera helena), their life cycle and their distribution.
Have you seen gum moths or their caterpillars lately in your area? When was the last time you saw one? I look forward to your comments.