Figure of Eight Moth vs Japanese Moon Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Figure of Eight Moth | Japanese Moon Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diloba caeruleocephala | Actias artemis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | Wingspan 80-120 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Japan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Japanese Moon Moth
A delicate pale green moon moth with elegant hindwing tails found only in Japan. It flies during the brief early summer months in Japanese mountain forests.
Did You Know?
The Japanese call it "oo-mizuao" meaning "great water-blue," despite its green coloration.