Are there any European food plants for the Madagascan Sunset moth Chrysiridia rhipheus?

The Madagascan Sunset moth (Chrysiridia rhipheus) is exclusively found in Madagascar and feeds on plants native to that island.

There are no European food plants that this moth can eat.

The caterpillars feed on a variety of plants from the family of the soapberry (Sapindaceae). These include:

* Omphalea species (particularly Omphalea ankaranensis)

* Allophylus species

These plants are specific to the island of Madagascar and are not found in Europe.

It's important to never introduce non-native species to different ecosystems. This can disrupt the delicate balance of the environment and have harmful consequences.

If you are interested in raising Madagascan Sunset moths, you will need to source the appropriate native plants from Madagascar. This is best done through specialized insect breeders who ethically source their plants and insects.