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Nessus Sphinx Moth Pupae

$10.00 $20.00

Live Nessus Sphinx Moth Pupae - Emerging Spring 2026

Captive-bred Amphion floridensis pupae ready for your classroom or research project. These fascinating sphinx moths are perfect for observing complete metamorphosis and studying moth biology.

What You'll Receive

  • Healthy, viable pupae from our breeding facility
  • Expected emergence: Spring 2026
  • Comprehensive care guide included
  • 100% captive-bred - never wild-collected

Educational Value

The Nessus Sphinx Moth offers students an excellent opportunity to witness the pupal stage and adult emergence. With their distinctive olive and pink coloring, these moths make memorable classroom specimens for lepidoptera studies.

Care Requirements

Pupae require cool storage (50-60°F) until spring emergence. Detailed care instructions and emergence tips will be provided with your order to ensure successful hatching.

Ideal for: Biology classrooms, homeschool science projects, entomology labs, and educational insect collections.

🚚 Expert Shipping Care for Live Specimens

Specialized Packaging: Your live specimens are shipped in climate-controlled (when needed), packaging designed specifically for insects. We use insulated packaging to protect against temperature extremes.

Timing Matters: We ship Monday-Wednesday (and sometimes Thursday and Friday) to ensure your specimens arrive within 1-2 business days. This timing is crucial for their health and development.

Arrival Instructions: Upon arrival, simply open the packaging and transfer your specimens to the proper habitat.

Customer Reviews

"I am SO impressed! My order arrived quickly and everything was alive and healthy. The packaging was professional and the care sheet made the whole process super easy. I can’t wait to order again!!"

Ms. Jennifer Tr

"My moth cocoons arrived safely and exactly as described. The cocoons were in great shape and the hatching process was so cool to watch. Wonderful experience!"

David M.

“You can tell a lot of care goes into these orders. Everything was neatly packed with clear instructions and extra goodies. Arrived safe and healthy. Highly recommend!”

Dr. Sarah K.

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✓ Live Arrival Guarantee & Educational Excellence

🦋 100% Live Arrival Guarantee: Every wooly bear caterpillar arrives healthy and active. If your specimen doesn't arrive alive, we'll replace it free of charge—no questions asked.

📚 Educational Value: Perfect for classrooms, homeschools, and curious learners. Watch the complete metamorphosis cycle and learn about nature's most fascinating transformations. Includes care instructions and educational resources.

🌿 Ethically Sourced: All specimens are sustainably raised and humanely handled to ensure the best quality and animal welfare.

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Happy Customers!

"My 3rd grade class was absolutely captivated watching the caterpillars transform into butterflies. It was the highlight of our science unit!"

Ms. Jennifer T., Elementary School Teacher

"The caterpillars arrived in perfect condition and the care instructions were so easy to follow. My kids learned so much about the life cycle."

David M., Homeschool Parent

"Excellent quality specimens and outstanding customer service. The educational materials really enhanced the learning experience."

Dr. Sarah K., Biology Educator