Japanese Luehdorfia vs Owl Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Luehdorfia | Owl Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Luehdorfia japonica | Caligo memnon |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | Wingspan 120-160mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Japan (Honshu) | South America, North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Japanese Luehdorfia
A rare spring-flying swallowtail butterfly endemic to Japan. Named 'spring goddess' in Japanese. Has declined severely due to habitat loss and deer browsing on its food plants.
Did You Know?
Called 'gifu-cho' (Gifu butterfly) in Japanese and considered a symbol of spring in Japanese culture.
Owl Butterfly
A very large tropical butterfly with enormous owl-eye patterns on the underside of its hindwings. The uppersides are deep blue-purple.
Did You Know?
The large eyespots on its underwings closely resemble the face of a screech owl which startles would-be predators.