Japanese Luehdorfia vs Merveille du Jour
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Luehdorfia | Merveille du Jour |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Luehdorfia japonica | Griposia aprilina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Japan (Honshu) | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Japanese Luehdorfia
A rare spring-flying swallowtail butterfly endemic to Japan. Named 'spring goddess' in Japanese. Has declined severely due to habitat loss and deer browsing on its food plants.
Did You Know?
Called 'gifu-cho' (Gifu butterfly) in Japanese and considered a symbol of spring in Japanese culture.
Merveille du Jour
A strikingly camouflaged moth with green and black lichen-like patterning on its forewings. It rests on oak bark where it becomes virtually invisible.
Did You Know?
Its French name means 'marvel of the day' due to its extraordinary camouflage.