Zebra Longwing vs Small Emerald Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Longwing | Small Emerald Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Heliconius charithonia | Hemistola chrysoprasaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 72-100 mm wingspan | 28-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America, South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Zebra Longwing
A neotropical butterfly with elongated jet-black wings bearing bold pale yellow stripes. It is unusual among butterflies for feeding on pollen in addition to nectar.
Did You Know?
This butterfly can digest pollen by dissolving it with saliva on its proboscis, providing amino acids that allow adults to live six months or longer.
Small Emerald Moth
A small, delicate moth with uniformly pale green wings and fine white fringe. It is one of the daintiest European emerald moths.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on wild clematis, making it confined to areas where this plant grows.