Oak Processionary Moth vs Cloudless Sulphur
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Processionary Moth | Cloudless Sulphur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thaumetopoea processionea | Phoebis sennae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan | 54-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oak Processionary Moth
A moth whose caterpillars march nose-to-tail in long processions along tree branches.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar hairs cause severe allergic reactions and rashes in humans.
Cloudless Sulphur
Large unmarked lemon-yellow butterfly; females may have faint spots. Common and conspicuous across the southern United States.
Did You Know?
Large fall migrations of thousands can be seen streaming southward along the Atlantic coast.