South American Luna Moth vs Japanese Spicebush Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | South American Luna Moth | Japanese Spicebush Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Copaxa lavendera | Papilio protenor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 90-120 mm wingspan | 80-120 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
South American Luna Moth
A silkmoth with soft lavender-brown wings and prominent rounded eyespots. Its feathery antennae can detect female pheromones from great distances.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from over a kilometer away using their elaborate feathered antennae.
Japanese Spicebush Swallowtail
A striking all-black swallowtail known as 'kuro-ageha' in Japanese. The hindwings have subtle red and blue markings. Common in wooded areas and gardens across Japan and Korea.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars of this species have a remarkable snake-mimicry defense, with large eyespots on their thorax that resemble a snake's head.