It was originally misplaced into the genus Papilio due to the head of a butterfly being mistakenly attached to the specimen. Clubbed antennae are frequently used to distinguish butterfly and moths. Once the error was discovered, the moth was then placed into the correct genus, Urania.
Mostly its ugliness.
Perching with wings folded up and being active during the day are two butterfly-like behaviors of the Madagascar sunset moth [Chrysiridia rhipheus]. Moths tend to perch with their wings out flat. They also tend to be active during the night.
powdery one is the moth
The average lifespan of the butterfly is around two weeks. Some live a little longer, depending on their environment.
Moth.
Usually butterflies, but there are pretty big moths out there.
There are no characteristics to tell if caterpillar is going to be a moth or butterfly. The best way to determine if it is a moth or butterfly is to look at the caterpillar's distinctive markings to see if you can make a species specific identification.
Yes it will turn into a moth!
moth
The cast of A Moth and a Butterfly - 2003 includes: Jason Chan Teddy Wong
The Latin word for a butterfly or moth is papilio.
The Walnut Spinx Moth (Amorpha Juglandis) makes a hissing sound by forcing air out of it's spiracles.