Oak Eggar vs Pearl Charaxes
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Eggar | Pearl Charaxes |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiocampa quercus | Charaxes varanes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 50-75 mm wingspan | 55-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Eggar
A robust moth with rich brown wings and a distinctive white spot on each forewing. Males are active fast fliers during the day, while females fly at night.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a female's pheromones from several kilometres away.
Pearl Charaxes
A medium-sized charaxes butterfly with pearly white underwings and tawny-orange uppersides. It is one of the most common charaxes in southern Africa.
Did You Know?
Unlike most butterflies, charaxes are attracted to rotting fruit and animal droppings rather than flowers.