Silk Moth Collection

Pair of Luna Silk Moth of North American photographed Sammamish, Washington

No. 8 (hachi), from the series "Women Engaged in the Sericulture Industry (Joshoku... c. 1798/1800)
No. 8 (hachi), from the series "Women Engaged in the Sericulture Industry (Joshoku kaiko tewaza-gusa)", Japan, c. 1798/1800

Title Plate from "The Introduction of the Silkworm"[Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595 Creator: Karel van Mallery
Title Plate from " The Introduction of the Silkworm" [Vermis Sericus], ca. 1595

Luna Moth. Creator: Tom Artin
Luna Moth

Splendid foreign butterflies (coloured engraving)
997855 Splendid foreign butterflies (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Beautiful Bugs
Live Polyphemus moth on a black background. North America silk moth male

The breeding of silk worms, 1775. A print from La nouvelle maison rustique, ou economie generale de tous les biens de campagne

Women examining silk moth eggs and putting them in boxes for hatching into caterpillars, 1748
Women examining silk moth eggs and putting them in boxes for hatching into caterpillars (silkworms), 1748. From The Universal Magazine. (London, 1748)

Silk production, wood engraving, published in 1877
Silk production. Five thousand year old Chinese craft tradition. Wood engraving, published in 1877

Comet Moth (Argema mittrei), Madagascar Comet Moth (Argema mittrei), Madagascar

Pine moth (Gastropacha pini)
Illustration of a Pine moth (Gastropacha pini)

Moth (Trachea piniperda)
Illustration of a Moth (Trachea piniperda)

Pine moth in caterpillar state (Gastropacha pini)
Illustration of a Pine moth in caterpillar state (Gastropacha pini)

Moth (Cnethocampa processionea)
Illustration of a moth (Cnethocampa processionea)

Harmful forest insects
Illustration of a harmful forest insects

Silkworm Moth (Bombyx mori), perched on a plant leaf, view from above

Illustration of silk moth with spread wings showing imitation eyes, and closed wings

Silk Moth Gonimbrasia zambesina photographed in Sammamish, Washington

Sammamish, Washington silk moth Citheronia regalis

Sammamish, Washington a North American species from California. A small female silk moth Calosaturnia walterorum

Sammamish, Washington North American Silk moth Cecropia, or the Red Robin Moth

Sammamish, Washington Silk Moth for Arizona area Eupackardia calleta

Sammamish, Washington Chinesse Moth Brahmaea tancrei with great design patterns on its wings

Sammamish, Washington silk moth Antheraea polyphemus from North America

Sammamish, Washington photo of a small European Silk Moth, male Saturnia pavionella

Sammamish, Washington photo taken of silk moth Samia cynthina

Sammamish, Washington and the Indian Moon Moth Actias selene

Sammamish, Washington The Great Peacock Moth the largest moth of Europe

Sammamish, Washington silkmoth from North America, Callosamia promethea - female
Sammamish, Washington silkmoth from Callosamia promethea - female

North American Silk Moth Hyalophora gloveri from the Arizona area photographed Sammamish, Washington

North American Silk Moth Hyalophora euryalus photographed Sammamish, Washington

North American Silk Moth Hyalopora columbia photographed Sammamish, Washington

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea pernyi)

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea pernyi) caterpillar, hatchling with broken egg shell

Caterpillars of the Oak silkmoth (Antheraea harti) being reared on cut oak twigs

Caterpillar from Tussah silk moth (Antheraea sp. ) on branch, side view
Caterpillar from Tussah silk moth (Antheraea sp.) on branch, side view

Caterpillar from Tussah silk moth (Antheraea sp. ) on white background
Caterpillar from Tussah silk moth (Antheraea sp.) on white background

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea pernyi) caterpillar hatching, still inside egg

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea perny), cocoon

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea pernyi) caterpillar on stem

Silkworm inside cocoon

Silkworm silk fibres (SEM) C014 / 2150
Silkworm silk fibres, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The silkworm is the larva or caterpillar of the silkmoth which has been domesticated from the wild silkmoth Bombyx mandarina

Silkmoth laying eggs C014 / 4631
Silkmoth (Bombyx mori) laying eggs

Silkmoth C014 / 4634
Silkmoth (Bombyx mori)

Silkworm silk fibres (SEM) C014 / 2149
Silkworm silk fibres, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The silkworm is the larva or caterpillar of the silkmoth which has been domesticated from the wild silkmoth Bombyx mandarina

Silkmoth with a cocoon. Adult silkmoth (Bombyx mori) on a cocoon. The cocoon was spun by the silkmoth caterpillar to protect it as it pupated into the silkmoth

Silkmoths mating on a cocoon C014 / 4632
Silkmoths (Bombyx mori) mating on a cocoon

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"The Enchanting World of Silk Moths: From Sammamish to Madagascar" A pair of Luna Silk Moths, native to North America, gracefully pose for the camera in Sammamish, Washington. These magnificent creatures, also known as Indian Moon Moths (Actias selene), captivate with their ethereal beauty and delicate wings. Silk production has a rich history that dates back centuries. A wood engraving published in 1877 depicts the intricate process involved in transforming silkworm cocoons into luxurious fabric. This ancient art form continues to be cherished today. Venturing beyond North America, we encounter the mesmerizing Comet Moth (Argema mittrei) from Madagascar. With its vibrant colors and elongated tails resembling a comet's trail, this species truly stands out among its counterparts. Delving further into history, we discover an intriguing title plate from Karel van Mallery's "The Introduction of the Silkworm" dating back to around 1595. This captivating artwork transports us back in time when silk cultivation was a highly valued trade. Tom Artin's depiction of the Luna Moth showcases its enchanting emerald-green wings and feathery antennae. The intricate details captured by Artin highlight nature's awe-inspiring craftsmanship. Exploring even more diverse species within the moth family, we come across splendid foreign butterflies depicted in colored engravings. Their vivid hues and patterns remind us of nature's boundless creativity. Intriguing glimpses into historical practices emerge as well - women meticulously examining silk moth eggs and carefully placing them in boxes for hatching caterpillars during 1748 or observing pine moths (Gastropacha pini) and moths like Trachea piniperda during different periods throughout history. From local wonders found near Sammamish to exotic marvels residing on distant shores like Madagascar, silk moths continue to fascinate and inspire.