Javanese Leaf Insect vs Japanese Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Javanese Leaf Insect | Japanese Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllium bioculatum | Colias erate |
| Order | Phasmatodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phylliidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 60-90 mm | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Asia | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Javanese Leaf Insect
A remarkable leaf mimic with a broad, flat green body, complete with realistic leaf veins, midrib, and even fake bite marks. It is the most well-known leaf insect species.
Did You Know?
Even the walking motion of leaf insects mimics a leaf tumbling in the wind, with each step accompanied by a gentle rocking of the body.
Japanese Clouded Yellow
Known as 'monjiro-cho' in Japanese, a common yellow butterfly found in open grasslands. Males are bright yellow while females may be white or yellow. A familiar sight in Japanese fields.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so common in Japan that it is one of the first butterflies children learn to identify, and it features in many Japanese children's songs.