Have you seen an Emperor gum moth lately?

Gum moths, including the Emperor gum moth (Opodiphthera eucalypti) and the Helena gum moth (Opodiphthera helena), appear to be in decline in parts of their range. Is the decline due to predation by predatory wasps, changing landscapes, or something else? In this video we look at these amazing moths and their huge, colourful larvae and learn about their life cycle and where they occur. We also look at some of the reasons why these incredible insects might be in decline. Have you seen gum moths or their caterpillars lately in your area? When was the last time you saw one? Please drop your thoughts in the comments below. If you like this video please give it a thumbs up, and consider subscribing to the channel if you haven't already done so. Thanks for watching! MY BOOKS: "Garden Pests, Diseases & Good Bugs" ▶ https://bit.ly/3wELyCy ▶ https://bit.ly/2TnuBrM ▶ https://bit.ly/2DO0cNR "Backyard Insects" ▶ https://bit.ly/3n8ha0n ▶ https://amzn.to/30iF8wD FOLLOW ME: Instagram ▶  / denis_crawford   Facebook ▶  / denis.j.crawford   The Blog: ▶http://www.oneminutebugs.com.au