Madagascan Sphinx Moth vs Japanese Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Sphinx Moth | Japanese Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthopan praedicta | Colias erate |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 130-150 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Madagascan Sphinx Moth
A hawkmoth with an extraordinarily long proboscis, endemic to Madagascar. Darwin famously predicted its existence based on a deep orchid.
Did You Know?
Its proboscis can reach up to 30 cm long to access nectar from Angraecum sesquipedale orchids.
Japanese Clouded Yellow
Known as 'monjiro-cho' in Japanese, a common yellow butterfly found in open grasslands. Males are bright yellow while females may be white or yellow. A familiar sight in Japanese fields.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so common in Japan that it is one of the first butterflies children learn to identify, and it features in many Japanese children's songs.