Emperor Moth vs Engrailed Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emperor Moth | Engrailed Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Saturnia pavonia | Ectropis crepuscularia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 55-85 mm wingspan | 35-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Emperor Moth
Europe's only native member of the giant silk moth family, with prominent eyespots on all four wings. Males are colourful day-fliers while females are larger and nocturnal.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a virgin female's scent from over a mile away using their huge feathered antennae.
Engrailed Moth
A cryptic grey-brown moth with jagged crosslines and excellent bark-mimicking camouflage. It rests flat against tree trunks during the day.
Did You Know?
It can be confused with several similar species and was only recently separated from Ectropis bistortata.