Abisara echerius vs Large Case Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Abisara echerius | Large Case Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Abisara echerius | Metura elongatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Psychidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | Case up to 15 cm long; male moth 2-3 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Abisara echerius
Dark brown butterfly with purple sheen and a short tail on each hindwing. One of the few Asian riodinids, commonly called the Plum Judy.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of metalmark species found outside of the Americas.
Large Case Moth
A bagworm moth whose larva builds a distinctive silk case covered in sticks and leaves. The wingless female never leaves her case, while males are small dark moths.
Did You Know?
The wingless, legless adult female lives and dies inside her larval case after mating.