Automeris melmon is a smaller, but very colorful species. Males are more orange brown, while the wings of the females are intens purplish pink. The wingspan of the males is around five centimeter. The females are larger, up to six centimeter. This Automeris only occurs in west and central Mexico. They seem to have only one flight per year. In the wild this is in June/July. In captivity they can start earlier. Even when kept warm from summer until early winter, the pupae do not hatch. This is a mountain species. A cooler overwintering is recommended. It will help to have the adults eclosing over a shorter period of time, significantly increasing your chances of successful breeding. Remember, this species is not an easy one. Only attempt to breed them after you have successfully reared at least a few of the easier Automeris species.
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| Automeris melmon male - Origin: Mexico |
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| Automeris melmon female - Origin: Mexico |
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| Automeris melmon female - Origin: Mexico |
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| Automeris melmon male - Origin: Mexico |
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| Automeris melmon male - Origin: Mexico |