Black-waved Flannel Moth vs Large Yellow Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Black-waved Flannel Moth | Large Yellow Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megalopyge crispata | Noctua pronuba |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Megalopygidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Black-waved Flannel Moth
A fluffy white to yellowish moth with wavy dark lines across the forewings. Like its relative the puss moth, its caterpillar is densely hairy and delivers a painful sting.
Did You Know?
The adult moth's long curly wing scales make it look remarkably like a tiny Persian cat.
Large Yellow Underwing
One of the most abundant moths in Europe with bright yellow-orange hindwings bordered in black. It is strongly attracted to light at night.
Did You Know?
It has successfully invaded North America and is now one of the most commonly found moths at porch lights across the continent.