Asian Comma Butterfly vs Clara's Satin Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asian Comma Butterfly | Clara's Satin Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polygonia c-aureum | Thalaina clara |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Eastern Australia, Tasmania |
| 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.
Clara's Satin Moth
An Australian moth with satiny white wings marked with orange bands. Found in eastern Australia and Tasmania. Caterpillars feed on acacia foliage.
Did You Know?
The satiny sheen of the wings gives this moth an almost luminous quality when seen in Australian bush at night.