Polyphemus Moth vs Latticed Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Polyphemus Moth | Latticed Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antheraea polyphemus | Clytus rhamni |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-150mm | 6-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Polyphemus Moth
A large tan moth with prominent purple-ringed eyespots on its hindwings. It is named after the cyclops Polyphemus from Greek mythology.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can eat 86000 times its weight in food in the two months before it pupates.
Latticed Longhorn
A small wasp-mimicking cerambycid with a lattice-like pattern of yellow markings on its black elytra. It is widespread but local in European forests and hedgerows. Adults are most active in warm sunshine visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
This beetle vibrates its wings when alarmed, producing a buzzing sound that further enhances its wasp mimicry.