Madagascan Emperor Moth vs Processionary Caterpillar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Emperor Moth | Processionary Caterpillar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antherina suraka | Ochrogaster lunifer |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 100-120 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Madagascan Emperor Moth
A large silk moth with brownish wings and prominent eyespots. Endemic to Madagascar and commonly used in wild silk production.
Did You Know?
Its cocoons are harvested to produce a wild silk called landibe in Madagascar.
Processionary Caterpillar Moth
A moth whose caterpillars are famous for travelling in long, nose-to-tail processions through the Australian bush. The larvae are covered in irritating hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Did You Know?
Processions of caterpillars can stretch for metres and contain hundreds of individuals following a silk trail left by the leader.