Peach Blossom vs Japanese Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peach Blossom | Japanese Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyatira batis | Colias erate |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Drepanidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peach Blossom
A charming moth with olive-brown forewings adorned with pink and white spots that resemble peach blossoms. Fresh specimens are among the most beautiful of all European moths.
Did You Know?
The pink spots fade to white with age, so only freshly emerged moths display the full peach-blossom pattern.
Japanese Clouded Yellow
Known as 'monjiro-cho' in Japanese, a common yellow butterfly found in open grasslands. Males are bright yellow while females may be white or yellow. A familiar sight in Japanese fields.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so common in Japan that it is one of the first butterflies children learn to identify, and it features in many Japanese children's songs.