Zela Metalmark vs Zodiac Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zela Metalmark | Zodiac Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Emesis zela | Alcides metaurus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Uraniidae |
| Size | 25-30 mm wingspan | 8-10 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeastern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, Mexico | Australia, Papua New Guinea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Zela Metalmark
A small butterfly with rust-brown wings marked with fine dark lines and subtle metallic scaling. It inhabits mountain canyons in the borderlands of Arizona and Mexico.
Did You Know?
It is one of the target species for butterfly watchers visiting the famous canyons of southeastern Arizona.
Zodiac Moth
A spectacular day-flying moth with iridescent green and black wings resembling a swallowtail butterfly. It migrates in large numbers through north Queensland rainforests.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant green wing color is produced by microscopic light-refracting structures, not pigment.