Lemon Migrant vs Royal Walnut Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lemon Migrant | Royal Walnut Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catopsilia pomona | Citheronia sepulcralis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 55-70 mm wingspan | 75-100 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia | Southeastern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lemon Migrant
Variable coloring from white to deep yellow with a reddish spot on hindwing underside. A widespread and migratory tropical pierid.
Did You Know?
Its multiple color forms are genetically controlled and occur across the species entire range.
Royal Walnut Moth
A rich brown moth with orange veins and small yellow spots. It is closely related to the regal moth but smaller and darker, found in southeastern pine forests.
Did You Know?
Citheronia sepulcralis is restricted to the Atlantic and Gulf coastal plains and is far less commonly encountered than its more famous relative, the regal moth.