tags: Saturnia albofasciata, emerging moth, insect metamorphosis, nature, streaming video
A male Saturnia albofasciata moth emerges from its cocoon in this time lapse video. The cocoon was partially cut away to observe development and movement and doesn't seem to bother the moth. After the moth emerges, he expands his wings by pumping his body fluid into them. The music is "The Voice" by Technician. [1:11]
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THAT WAS GORGEOUS.
Wow. I'm going to show my kids.