Malagasy Atlas Moth vs Richmond Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Atlas Moth | Richmond Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiphora bauhiniae | Ornithoptera richmondia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 100-140 mm wingspan | 11-13 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Madagascar | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Malagasy Atlas Moth
A large silk moth with rich chestnut and cream wings bearing translucent triangular windows. The wings have scalloped margins and subtle eyespot markings.
Did You Know?
Its transparent wing windows are thought to confuse predators by breaking up the moth's outline against the sky.
Richmond Birdwing
A large subtropical birdwing butterfly with green and black males and brown females. It is threatened by habitat loss and a toxic introduced vine.
Did You Know?
Larvae that accidentally feed on the invasive Dutchman's pipe vine are poisoned and die.