Helena Gum Moth vs Abisara echerius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Helena Gum Moth | Abisara echerius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Opodiphthera helena | Abisara echerius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Riodinidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Helena Gum Moth
A beautiful saturniid moth with pinkish-brown wings marked with bold eyespots. It is found in eucalyptus forests of southeastern Australia and is closely related to the Emperor Gum Moth.
Did You Know?
Like all saturniid moths, adults have vestigial mouthparts and survive entirely on fat reserves accumulated during the larval stage.
Abisara echerius
Dark brown butterfly with purple sheen and a short tail on each hindwing. One of the few Asian riodinids, commonly called the Plum Judy.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a handful of metalmark species found outside of the Americas.