Jersey Tiger vs Comet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jersey Tiger | Comet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euplagia quadripunctaria | Argema mittrei |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | Wingspan 42-52mm | 200 mm wingspan, 150 mm tail |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jersey Tiger
A day-flying moth with striking black and white striped forewings and bright orange hindwings. It gathers in massive aggregations in summer.
Did You Know?
Thousands gather annually in the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes creating one of Europes most spectacular insect events.
Comet Moth
One of the worlds largest silk moths, with brilliant yellow wings and tail spans reaching 20 cm. Endemic to Madagascar. Males have longer tails than females.
Did You Know?
The comet moths spectacular 15-20 cm tail is the longest of any moth — and like the luna moth, it likely evolved to confuse bat echolocation.