Lobster Moth vs Oberthur's Loepa Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lobster Moth | Oberthur's Loepa Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stauropus fagi | Loepa oberthuri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 45-70 mm wingspan | 80-105 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southern China, Vietnam |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lobster Moth
A moth whose young caterpillar mimics an ant and mature caterpillar resembles a lobster.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar raises its swollen tail and thoracic legs in a bizarre threat display.
Oberthur's Loepa Moth
A bright golden-yellow silk moth with distinctive violet-centered eyespots surrounded by rings of yellow and brown. It is found in the montane forests of southern China and Vietnam.
Did You Know?
Named after the famous French entomologist Charles Oberthur, who described many Asian Lepidoptera in the late 19th century.