Muga Silk Moth vs Japanese Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Muga Silk Moth | Japanese Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antheraea assamensis | Antheraea yamamai |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | Wingspan 120-150 mm | Wingspan 110-150 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Indoors |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | India (Assam) | Japan, Korea, China |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Muga Silk Moth
A semi-domesticated wild silk moth producing a naturally golden silk unique to Assam, India. Its shimmering golden thread is one of the most expensive natural fibers.
Did You Know?
Muga silk has a natural golden luster that actually improves with each washing over time.
Japanese Silk Moth
A large wild silk moth native to Japan with striking yellow-brown wings bearing prominent eyespots. Its silk was historically used to produce high-quality tensan fabric.
Did You Know?
Its silk, called tensan, is naturally green-tinged and was reserved for Japanese imperial garments.