Banded Groundling vs Old Lady Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Groundling | Old Lady Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachythemis leucosticta | Mormo maura |
| Order | Odonata | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Libellulidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm | 60-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Africa | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Groundling
A small, dark African dragonfly with distinctive banded wings. Males develop a pruinose black body while females retain brown coloring.
Did You Know?
It perches flat on bare ground and rocks, using its dark wings as a territorial signal.
Old Lady Moth
A large, sombre dark-brown moth whose wing pattern was thought to resemble a shawl worn by elderly women. It hides in dark places by day, including outbuildings and cellars.
Did You Know?
It is frequently found roosting in garden sheds and churches during the daytime in summer.