Philippine Birdwing vs Waterlily Borer Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Philippine Birdwing | Waterlily Borer Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Troides rhadamantus | Elophila gyralis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Crambidae |
| Size | 140-180 mm wingspan | 18-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Palawan, Visayas, Mindanao) | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Philippine Birdwing
A large birdwing butterfly endemic to the Philippines with black forewings and bright golden-yellow hindwings. The body is bright yellow and red, creating a striking contrast with the dark wings.
Did You Know?
It is protected by Philippine law and is considered a flagship species for forest conservation in the Philippine archipelago.
Waterlily Borer Moth
A small pale brown moth with wavy dark lines across its wings. Its larvae are aquatic, living underwater in cases made from fragments of waterlily leaves.
Did You Know?
The larvae breathe underwater using modified gills and never surface until they are ready to pupate.