Henshaw's Brown Silk Moth vs Citrus Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Henshaw's Brown Silk Moth | Citrus Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caligula japonica | Papilio demodocus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm | 90-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, eastern China | Sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Henshaw's Brown Silk Moth
A large Japanese silk moth with rich brown wings featuring distinctive zigzag postmedial lines and clear ocelli. It is one of the most impressive saturniids native to Japan.
Did You Know?
In Japan, this species is called 'kusu-san' and is considered one of the most beautiful native moths, frequently featured in natural history publications.
Citrus Swallowtail
A common large swallowtail with cream and black patterned wings and blue-red eyespots on the hindwings. It is widespread across sub-Saharan Africa.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars have a forked orange osmeterium they inflate from behind their head to deter predators with a foul smell.