Scalloped Oak Moth vs Giant Blue Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scalloped Oak Moth | Giant Blue Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crocallis elinguaria | Papilio zalmoxis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 37-44 mm wingspan | 140-170 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | West and Central Africa (Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, DRC, Ghana) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scalloped Oak Moth
A warm ochre-yellow moth with a distinctive dark brown band across the forewings. It rests with wings pressed tightly together above its body.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, the caterpillar feeds on many tree species beyond just oak.
Giant Blue Swallowtail
One of the largest and most spectacular butterflies in Africa, with a wingspan exceeding 150 mm. The wings are brilliant pale blue with dark margins. It is a powerful flier that inhabits the canopy of primary rainforests.
Did You Know?
This magnificent butterfly rarely descends below 20 meters, spending most of its life soaring through the forest canopy.