Small Fan-footed Wave vs Rajah Brooke's Birdwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Fan-footed Wave | Rajah Brooke's Birdwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idaea biselata | Trogonoptera brookiana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | Wingspan 150-170mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Small Fan-footed Wave
A small, delicate moth with pale buff wings and fine dark cross-lines. Common in deciduous woodland. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
Named for the male's fan-shaped front legs that are displayed during courtship.
Rajah Brooke's Birdwing
A striking birdwing butterfly with jet black wings crossed by brilliant electric green tooth-shaped markings. It is the national butterfly of Malaysia.
Did You Know?
It was named after Sir James Brooke the first White Rajah of Sarawak by Alfred Russel Wallace who collected the first specimen.