Alpine Blue vs Variegated Cutworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alpine Blue | Variegated Cutworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Albulina orbitulus | Peridroma saucia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 24-30 mm wingspan | 40-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Scandinavia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Alpine Blue
A small, silvery-blue butterfly found only in high alpine grasslands. Males have pale blue uppersides while females are brownish.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to a narrow altitudinal band and rarely descends below 1800 meters.
Variegated Cutworm
A mottled brown moth whose plump soil-dwelling caterpillars cut through stems of seedlings at ground level. It attacks a very wide range of vegetables and field crops.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can cut down several seedlings in one night, often felling far more plants than it actually eats.