Fan-foot Moth vs Common Rose Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fan-foot Moth | Common Rose Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zanclognatha tarsipennalis | Pachliopta aristolochiae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 26-32 mm wingspan | Wingspan 80-110 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | India, Sri Lanka, China, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fan-foot Moth
A subtle brown moth with fan-shaped palps and delicate wing markings. Found in woodland where dead leaves accumulate. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
The males have distinctive enlarged fan-shaped labial palps that give this moth its common name.
Common Rose Swallowtail
A striking black and crimson swallowtail butterfly common across South and Southeast Asia. Its body contains toxins sequestered from Aristolochia host plants.
Did You Know?
Several non-toxic butterfly species mimic its bold red and black warning colors to avoid predators.