Asian Comma Butterfly vs Buff-tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Comma Butterfly | Buff-tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polygonia c-aureum | Phalera bucephala |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 55-68 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Asian Comma Butterfly
Known as 'ki-tataha' in Japanese, this butterfly has distinctively jagged wing edges that provide excellent camouflage among dead leaves. A white or silver comma mark on the hindwing underside gives it its name.
Did You Know?
When this butterfly closes its wings, it looks exactly like a dead leaf, providing near-perfect camouflage against predators.
Buff-tip
A moth that mimics a broken birch twig with remarkable precision when at rest. Its silvery-grey wings end in a buff-coloured patch resembling exposed wood.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars feed communally in large groups and can completely defoliate small trees.