Peach Blossom vs Neotropical Atlas Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peach Blossom | Neotropical Atlas Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyatira batis | Arsenura armida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Drepanidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 120-160 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Mexico through Brazil, Argentina |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Neotropical Atlas Moth
A large silkmoth with wavy brown and grey wings and distinctive scalloped wing margins. Its caterpillars are gregarious and processionary.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars march nose-to-tail in long single-file processions between feeding and resting sites on tree trunks.