Polyphemus Moth vs White-letter Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Polyphemus Moth | White-letter Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Antheraea polyphemus | Satyrium w-album |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | Wingspan 100-150mm | Wingspan 26-30mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.