Helena Gum Moth vs Richmond Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Helena Gum Moth | Richmond Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Opodiphthera helena | Ornithoptera richmondia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 11-13 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Richmond Birdwing
A large subtropical birdwing butterfly with green and black males and brown females. It is threatened by habitat loss and a toxic introduced vine.
Did You Know?
Larvae that accidentally feed on the invasive Dutchman's pipe vine are poisoned and die.