Japanese Moon Moth vs Hornet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Moon Moth | Hornet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Actias artemis | Sesia apiformis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Sesiidae |
| Size | Wingspan 80-120 mm | 33-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Japan | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Japanese Moon Moth
A delicate pale green moon moth with elegant hindwing tails found only in Japan. It flies during the brief early summer months in Japanese mountain forests.
Did You Know?
The Japanese call it "oo-mizuao" meaning "great water-blue," despite its green coloration.
Hornet Moth
A clearwing moth that is a near-perfect mimic of the European hornet.
Did You Know?
It even buzzes and moves its abdomen like a hornet when disturbed.