Cecropia Moth vs Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cecropia Moth | Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyalophora cecropia | Colias werdandi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Pieridae |
| Size | Wingspan 110-160mm | 38-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Northern Scandinavia, Finnish Lapland, Kola Peninsula |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cecropia Moth
The largest native moth in North America with reddish-brown wings bearing white comma-shaped marks and crescent eyespots. It has a red and white banded body.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from up to 11 kilometers away using their enormous feathery antennae.
Pale Arctic Clouded Yellow
A pale greenish-yellow butterfly with very faint dark wing borders. It is closely associated with Scandinavian mountain habitats. The underside is pale with a small orange-ringed discal spot.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is endemic to the Scandinavian mountains and is not found anywhere else in the world.