Japanese Silk Moth vs Garden Carpet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Silk Moth | Garden Carpet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antheraea yamamai | Xanthorhoe fluctuata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Geometridae |
| Size | Wingspan 110-150 mm | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Indoors | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Japan, Korea, China | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Japanese Silk Moth
A large wild silk moth native to Japan with striking yellow-brown wings bearing prominent eyespots. Its silk was historically used to produce high-quality tensan fabric.
Did You Know?
Its silk, called tensan, is naturally green-tinged and was reserved for Japanese imperial garments.
Garden Carpet
A very common garden moth with variable grey and white patterning. Double-brooded with adults flying from April to October. Larvae feed on various cruciferous plants including garlic mustard.
Did You Know?
One of the most frequently recorded moths in garden moth traps across Britain.