Brown Planthopper vs Loepa Yellow Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Planthopper | Loepa Yellow Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nilaparvata lugens | Loepa katinka |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Delphacidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Forests |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Asia, Oceania | India, Southeast Asia, southern China |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown Planthopper
The most destructive insect pest of rice in Asia, capable of causing 'hopper burn' that destroys entire fields. It feeds on phloem sap of rice plants.
Did You Know?
It can migrate over 1,000 km on high-altitude jet streams, appearing suddenly in countries far from its breeding grounds.
Loepa Yellow Silk Moth
A vivid yellow silk moth with large lavender-centered eyespots on all four wings. It is one of the most striking saturniids of the Asian tropics.
Did You Know?
The bright yellow color of Loepa katinka may serve as aposematic warning coloration, signaling to predators that it is unpalatable.