Bhutan Glory vs Malagasy Processionary Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bhutan Glory | Malagasy Processionary Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bhutanitis lidderdalii | Anaphe madagascariensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 90-110 mm wingspan | 40-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Bhutan Glory
A spectacular swallowtail from the eastern Himalayas with multiple tail streamers and intricate black, white, and red wing patterns. National butterfly of Bhutan.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so treasured in Bhutan that it appears on postage stamps and is considered a national symbol — yet it is so elusive that few Bhutanese have ever seen one alive.
Malagasy Processionary Moth
A pale silky white moth whose caterpillars march in long head-to-tail processions through the forest. The larvae are covered in irritating urticating hairs.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars spin communal silk nests and march in lines of dozens of individuals, each following silk trails laid by the leader.