Eri Silk Moth vs Tansy Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eri Silk Moth | Tansy Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Samia ricini | Chrysolina graminis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-130 mm | 7-11mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | India (Assam), China, Japan, Southeast Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Eri Silk Moth
A large domesticated silk moth with chocolate-brown wings bearing crescent-shaped eyespots. It produces a durable white silk harvested without killing the pupa.
Did You Know?
It is the only fully domesticated silk moth whose silk can be harvested without killing the pupa inside the cocoon.
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.