Lana'i Sandalwood Moth vs Spotted Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lana'i Sandalwood Moth | Spotted Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Iliahia pahulu | Delias aganippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Gracillariidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm wingspan | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Australia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Lana'i Sandalwood Moth
A critically endangered moth discovered in 2026, known only from a small grove of roughly 30 sandalwood trees on the island of Lanai. Its larvae mine sandalwood leaves.
Did You Know?
This moth is known from just one grove of 30 trees — if those sandalwood trees disappear, this entire species vanishes with them.
Spotted Jezebel
A boldly patterned butterfly with black-bordered white wings and red-spotted undersides. It is the most widespread Delias species in Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only Australian jezebel butterfly found in arid inland regions.