Common Lime Butterfly vs Madagascan Sunset Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Lime Butterfly | Madagascan Sunset Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio demoleus | Chrysiridia rhipheus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Uraniidae |
| Size | 80-100 mm wingspan | 70-90 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, Caribbean | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Lime Butterfly
Black swallowtail covered in pale yellow spots and lacking hindwing tails. A major pest of citrus across Asia and recently invaded the Caribbean.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most successful invasive butterflies, having colonized the Caribbean since 2004.
Madagascan Sunset Moth
Often considered the most beautiful insect in the world. Its rainbow-colored wings with metallic hues are caused by optical interference, not pigments. Day-flying moth.
Did You Know?
The Madagascan sunset moth was originally mistaken for a butterfly due to its brilliant colors and daytime activity — it was first scientifically described from a specimen bought in a London shop.