Edwards' Atlas Moth vs Dusky-winged Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Edwards' Atlas Moth | Dusky-winged Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Attacus edwardsii | Boloria natazhati |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 200-260 mm | 28-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Himalayas, from Pakistan to Myanmar | Alaska, Yukon, northern British Columbia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Edwards' Atlas Moth
A massive Himalayan silk moth rivaling the atlas moth in size, with rich brown wings and large translucent fenestrae. It inhabits high-altitude forests across the Himalayas.
Did You Know?
Attacus edwardsii was once considered the largest moth in the world before accurate measurements confirmed the atlas moth's slightly greater wing area.
Dusky-winged Fritillary
A small fritillary butterfly with dark brown wings bearing orange spots and complex underside markings. It flies in remote mountain passes and high tundra. The species is named after Mount Natazhat in Alaska.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so restricted to high-altitude Arctic habitats that each mountain population may be genetically distinct.