Dryocampa rubicunda alba Pinned Specimen – Wings Spread Rosy Maple Moth

Description

A professionally prepared natural history specimen.

Specimen Details
Scientific Name: Dryocampa rubicunda alba
Common Name: Rosy Maple Moth (alba form)
Family: Saturniidae
Origin: United States
Preparation: Pinned specimen, wings spread
Condition: A1 collector-quality specimen
Data: Includes full collection / lineage data

Dryocampa rubicunda alba represents a rare color form of the Rosy Maple Moth, characterized by significantly reduced or absent pink pigmentation, resulting in a pale yellow to creamy appearance. As a member of the Saturniidae family, it retains the same compact form and wing structure as the typical phenotype but stands out due to this unusual coloration. This form is of particular interest to collectors specializing in aberrations and color variants.

Approximate Wingspan
25–51 mm

This specimen is prepared in a traditional wings-spread position, allowing for full visibility of wing structure, venation, and patterning — ideal for study, display, or collection.

Display & Use
Suitable for entomology collections, educational use, taxonomic study, or framing.

Variation Notice
As a natural specimen, minor variation in coloration and patterning may occur.

Sourcing
Ethically reared and responsibly sourced.