Yes, you're right. It's very short and sad! There are moth species that live for a few weeks and can still feed at this stage. It helps me to accept their short life span, that their longest phase of life is as a caterpillar. :)

I feel the same way! It's great that you want to give it a try, too! I started with the cocoons because it's the easiest stage :) The moths don't need any more food. In the meantime, I've also started rearing caterpillars. I started with a beginner-friendly species. The Atlas moth caterpillars are probably more suitable for more advanced reapers, as you have to pay attention to a few things when rearing them 🙂 Maybe some day I try raising them!

Thank you for your nice comment, Snake! :D Great to have you here!

I'm sorry to hear that! That's a real challenge! 😅 In theory, you touch them carefully on the head with your finger and they climb onto your hand by themselves!Your own movements must be carried out very calmly and slowly so that they do not feel disturbed! My experience is that it doesn't work with every moth! My first male was easy to get onto my hand. He was relaxed in nature! The second male, on the other hand, was very reactive. As soon as I touched him, he started to warm up his flight muscles! 🙈 Timing is also crucial. Late in the evening they are already too active and want to fly! I wanted to leave them alone during the day as they are nocturnal. I tried it in the early evening and that's when it worked best for me! 😊 Some moth species are much calmer than the Atlas moths! For example the Eri silk moth! It takes some practice and it doesn't always work! To summarize: It depends on your movements, the timing, the temperament of the particular moth and the moth subspecies!! :) I hope I was able to help you!