Henshaw's Brown Silk Moth vs White Morpho
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Henshaw's Brown Silk Moth | White Morpho |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Caligula japonica | Morpho polyphemus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 100-130 mm | 100-130 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, eastern China | Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela |
| 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.
White Morpho
A large pearly white morpho butterfly with subtle iridescent sheen on its broad wings. It has a slower, more gliding flight than its blue relatives.
Did You Know?
Unlike the vivid blue morphos, this species uses its pale coloring to blend with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy.