August Thorn vs Fiji Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | August Thorn | Fiji Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ennomos quercinaria | Papilio schmeltzi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 7-9 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Fiji |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
August Thorn
A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.
Fiji Swallowtail
A swallowtail butterfly endemic to the Fiji Islands in the South Pacific. It inhabits native forest edges and clearings on Viti Levu and nearby islands.
Did You Know?
It is the only swallowtail butterfly native to Fiji's remote oceanic islands.