Arctic Tussock Moth vs Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Arctic Tussock Moth | Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicallomera fascelina | Agrotis puta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Scandinavia, Finland, northern Russia, Scotland | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Arctic Tussock Moth
A medium-sized moth with pale grayish-white wings in males and larger, more robust females. The caterpillar is strikingly hairy with tufted dark and pale hairs. It is found in northern heathlands and boreal forests.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's dense coat of hairs acts as insulation, allowing it to bask in the sun and raise its body temperature for active feeding.
Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth
A small, pale greyish-brown moth with a shuttle-shaped claviform stigma. Males and females show different color tones, with females being darker.
Did You Know?
It can produce two generations per year in warmer parts of its range.