Puss Moth vs Central Asian Apollo
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Puss Moth | Central Asian Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerura vinula | Parnassius actius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 58-80 mm wingspan | 65-85 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Central Asia, Pamir, Tian Shan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Puss Moth
A furry white moth whose caterpillar has whip-like tail filaments and sprays formic acid.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar can shoot a jet of formic acid from a gland behind its head.
Central Asian Apollo
A large, high-altitude Apollo butterfly of the Pamir and Tian Shan mountains. It has a powerful gliding flight over barren rocky terrain.
Did You Know?
It is one of the highest-flying butterflies in the world, recorded above 5000 meters.