Paris Peacock vs European Corn Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paris Peacock | European Corn Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio paris | Ostrinia nubilalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Pyralidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 26-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, southern China | Europe, North America, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Paris Peacock
A magnificent large swallowtail with velvety black wings bearing a large iridescent blue-green patch on each hindwing that changes color with viewing angle. It frequents forest canopies.
Did You Know?
The shimmering blue-green patch on the hindwing is produced by nanoscale concavities in the wing scales that act like tiny mirrors.
European Corn Borer
A small yellowish-brown moth that is one of the most destructive crop pests in the world. Larvae bore into corn stalks, causing billions of dollars in damage annually.
Did You Know?
Female moths use two different pheromone strains, effectively creating reproductively isolated populations.