Japanese Comma Butterfly vs Golden Emperor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Comma Butterfly | Golden Emperor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nymphalis vaualbum | Loepa megacore |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 55-65 mm wingspan | Wingspan 90-120mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan/Korea | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Comma Butterfly
Known as 'erutateha' in Japanese, a large nymphalid butterfly with deeply scalloped wing edges. The undersides provide excellent bark camouflage. Adults overwinter and can be seen flying on warm winter days.
Did You Know?
This butterfly hibernates through winter as an adult and can sometimes be seen flying on unusually warm days in January and February in Japan.
Golden Emperor
A bright golden-yellow silk moth with maroon eyespots ringed in black on each wing. It has a fluffy golden body and feathery antennae.
Did You Know?
Its intense golden color is among the brightest of any moth and is visible even in dim forest light at dusk.