Figure of Eight Moth vs Achilles Morpho
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Figure of Eight Moth | Achilles Morpho |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diloba caeruleocephala | Morpho achilles |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 95-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Figure of Eight Moth
Named for the figure-of-eight marking on its grey forewing, this autumn-flying moth is often found at ivy blossom. Its caterpillar is blue-grey with yellow stripes.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few moths that flies and breeds in late autumn when most species have already ended their season.
Achilles Morpho
A medium-sized morpho with a bright blue band across dark brown-black wings. It flies rapidly through the forest understory in a distinctive bobbing pattern.
Did You Know?
Its blue band appears to flash on and off as it flies, because the brown undersides show with each wingbeat.