Loepa Yellow Silk Moth vs Western Spruce Budworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Loepa Yellow Silk Moth | Western Spruce Budworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loepa katinka | Choristoneura occidentalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Tortricidae |
| Size | 80-110 mm | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Mountains |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | India, Southeast Asia, southern China | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Loepa Yellow Silk Moth
A vivid yellow silk moth with large lavender-centered eyespots on all four wings. It is one of the most striking saturniids of the Asian tropics.
Did You Know?
The bright yellow color of Loepa katinka may serve as aposematic warning coloration, signaling to predators that it is unpalatable.
Western Spruce Budworm
A major defoliator of Douglas-fir and true firs in western North America. Repeated defoliation leads to growth loss and tree mortality.
Did You Know?
Fire suppression has increased susceptibility of western forests to budworm outbreaks.