Oberthur's Loepa Moth vs Ruby Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oberthur's Loepa Moth | Ruby Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loepa oberthuri | Phragmatobia fuliginosa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 80-105 mm | 28-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern China, Vietnam | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Oberthur's Loepa Moth
A bright golden-yellow silk moth with distinctive violet-centered eyespots surrounded by rings of yellow and brown. It is found in the montane forests of southern China and Vietnam.
Did You Know?
Named after the famous French entomologist Charles Oberthur, who described many Asian Lepidoptera in the late 19th century.
Ruby Tiger Moth
A small tiger moth with dark brownish-red forewings and rosy-red hindwings spotted with black. It is common across the northern hemisphere and flies both day and night.
Did You Know?
The hairy caterpillar can survive being frozen solid during winter and resumes feeding when it thaws.