August Thorn vs Giant Swallowtail of the Andes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | August Thorn | Giant Swallowtail of the Andes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ennomos quercinaria | Papilio thoas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 110-140 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
August Thorn
A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.
Giant Swallowtail of the Andes
One of the largest swallowtail butterflies in South America, with bold yellow and black striped wings and long tail streamers. It is a powerful flier that ranges from sea level to over 2000 m in the Andes. Larvae mimic bird droppings as a defense mechanism.
Did You Know?
When threatened, the caterpillar everts a bright red forked organ called an osmeterium from behind its head, releasing a foul-smelling chemical.