Corn Earworm vs Philippine Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Earworm | Philippine Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helicoverpa zea | Troides rhadamantus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 140-180 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Americas | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Palawan, Visayas, Mindanao) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Corn Earworm
A highly polyphagous moth whose caterpillars feed inside corn ears, tomato fruits, and cotton bolls. It is one of the costliest crop pests in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars are cannibalistic, so usually only one survives per corn ear.
Philippine Birdwing
A large birdwing butterfly endemic to the Philippines with black forewings and bright golden-yellow hindwings. The body is bright yellow and red, creating a striking contrast with the dark wings.
Did You Know?
It is protected by Philippine law and is considered a flagship species for forest conservation in the Philippine archipelago.