Bright-line Brown-eye Moth vs Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bright-line Brown-eye Moth | Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lacanobia oleracea | Gonepteryx maderensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 35-44 mm wingspan | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Madeira |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Endangered |
Bright-line Brown-eye Moth
A reddish-brown moth with a prominent white-edged kidney mark and bright white subterminal line. It is a common garden moth across much of Europe.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the tomato moth due to its caterpillar's fondness for greenhouse tomatoes.
Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly
A yellow butterfly endemic to the island of Madeira in the Atlantic. It is closely related to Canary Island brimstones but geographically isolated.
Did You Know?
Fewer than 1000 individuals are thought to survive in small laurel forest patches on Madeira.