Ulysses Butterfly vs White Witch Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ulysses Butterfly | White Witch Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Papilio ulysses | Thysania agrippina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 10-14 cm wingspan | 250-310 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ulysses Butterfly
A large swallowtail with electric blue uppersides and cryptic brown undersides. It is an iconic symbol of tropical north Queensland tourism.
Did You Know?
Males are strongly attracted to anything bright blue, including clothing and car paint.
White Witch Moth
Holds the record for the widest wingspan of any moth or butterfly at up to 310 mm. A nocturnal neotropical species with pale grey-white wings and wavy dark markings.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan up to 31 cm, the white witch moth has the widest wingspan of any living insect — broader than a dinner plate and rivaling small birds in flight.