Tiger Moth of the Amazon vs Southern Dogface
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tiger Moth of the Amazon | Southern Dogface |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idalus herois | Zerene cesonia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 46-64 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia | North America, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Tiger Moth of the Amazon
A striking moth with bold black and white striped forewings and orange hind wings with black spots. The bright colors serve as aposematic warning signals.
Did You Know?
When attacked, it produces ultrasonic clicks that jam bat echolocation sonar, rendering itself invisible to hunting bats.
Southern Dogface
Yellow butterfly with a pointed forewing showing a poodle-dog-face pattern in black. Males have a warm orange flush on the upper wing surface.
Did You Know?
The forewing markings form a recognizable dog face profile when the wings are spread open.