Priamus Birdwing vs Mottled Umber Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Priamus Birdwing | Mottled Umber Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ornithoptera priamus | Erannis defoliaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 120-190 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan (males) |
| Habitat | Underground | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, northern Australia) | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Priamus Birdwing
A large and variable birdwing butterfly found across Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and parts of northern Australia. Males display vivid green and black wings. It is the most widespread species in the genus Ornithoptera.
Did You Know?
This species shows extraordinary colour variation across its range, with over 100 subspecies described from different islands.
Mottled Umber Moth
A variably patterned brown moth where males range from pale to almost black. Females are completely wingless and resemble small spiders.
Did You Know?
Wingless females attract mates by releasing pheromones from the trunk of their host tree.