Emperor Moth vs Giant Water Strider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Emperor Moth | Giant Water Strider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Saturnia pavonia | Gigantometra gigas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Gerridae |
| Size | 55-85 mm wingspan | 18-24 mm body, 250 mm leg span |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Vietnam, Southern China, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Giant Water Strider
The largest water strider in the world, found in Southeast Asian streams. Its leg span can reach over 25 cm across the water surface.
Did You Know?
With a leg span exceeding 25 centimeters, it is the undisputed giant of the water strider world.