Zebra Swallowtail vs Small Emerald Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Swallowtail | Small Emerald Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurytides marcellus | Hemistola chrysoprasaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 64-100 mm wingspan | 28-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern United States | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Zebra Swallowtail
A pale greenish-white swallowtail with bold black stripes and very long hindwing tails. Its striking zebra-like pattern makes it one of the most recognizable North American butterflies.
Did You Know?
Spring-emerging individuals have shorter tails and darker markings than the larger, paler summer generation.
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.