Coccinata Glider vs Tiger Moth of the Amazon
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coccinata Glider | Tiger Moth of the Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cymothoe coccinata | Idalus herois |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon) | Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Coccinata Glider
A medium-sized butterfly with brilliant scarlet-red males and mottled brown females. It glides gracefully through forest understory. The larvae feed exclusively on plants in the family Achariaceae.
Did You Know?
The bright red of the male serves as a warning signal, as the butterfly accumulates toxins from its larval food plants.
Tiger Moth of the Amazon
A striking moth with bold black and white striped forewings and orange hind wings with black spots. The bright colors serve as aposematic warning signals.
Did You Know?
When attacked, it produces ultrasonic clicks that jam bat echolocation sonar, rendering itself invisible to hunting bats.