African Map Butterfly vs Hag Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Map Butterfly | Hag Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyrestis camillus | Phobetron pithecium |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Limacodidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 20-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.
Hag Moth
A furry brown moth whose larva is called the monkey slug due to its bizarre shape with curly fleshy lateral projections. The caterpillar looks nothing like a typical lepidopteran larva.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's curly brown appendages are thought to mimic a shed tarantula skin to deter predators.