Lemaireodirphia chiapasiana is a relatively new species. It was first described in 2012. Yep, another result of the DNA barcoding hype. This species looks like a somewhat larger form of Lemaireodirphia lasiocampina. The wingspan is around eight to nine centimeter for the females. The males are smaller: seven to eight centimeter. So far, this species has only been reported from Chiapas in Mexico. They have one main flight in May/June. In captivity, there might be a (partial) second flight in October/November even with fairly low day temperatures (between fifteen and twenty degrees Celsius). A higher ambient humidity seems to be the trigger for this autumn flight. A good number of pupae will not hatch and will simply hibernate through winter. Keep them in an unheated room around ten degrees Celsius. Spray now and then, but not too much. With such low temperatures the pupae easily start to rot. A little bit in the morning once every two weeks is enough. Make sure that they do not get soaking wet and dry up before night fall.
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| Lemaireodirphia chiapasiana male - Origin: Mexico |
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| Lemaireodirphia chiapasiana male - Origin: Mexico |
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| Lemaireodirphia chiapasiana male - Origin: Mexico |
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| Lemaireodirphia chiapasiana female - Origin: Mexico |
