Clouded Apollo vs Brazilian Thorn Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clouded Apollo | Brazilian Thorn Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parnassius mnemosyne | Cyanopepla huillensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 52-62 mm wingspan | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia | South America (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay) |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Clouded Apollo
A delicate, semi-translucent white butterfly with dark wing veins and small dark spots. It flies slowly through woodland clearings in late spring.
Did You Know?
Its translucent wings lack the typical scales found on most butterflies, giving them a ghostly appearance.
Brazilian Thorn Moth
A day-flying moth with brilliant metallic blue forewings and bright red or orange hindwings, warning predators of its toxicity. It mimics various toxic butterflies and wasps. Despite being a moth, it is active during daylight hours and visits flowers for nectar.
Did You Know?
It is one of many day-flying moths in the Neotropics that are frequently mistaken for butterflies due to their bright colors and diurnal habits.