Brown Hairstreak vs Scarlet Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Hairstreak | Scarlet Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thecla betulae | Callimorpha dominula |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 36-40 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern (declining in parts of range) | Least Concern |
Brown Hairstreak
A secretive butterfly with rich brown wings and an orange flash on the female's forewings. Adults spend most of their time in tree canopies, rarely descending to ground level.
Did You Know?
Eggs are laid singly on blackthorn and are easier to find in winter than the elusive adults are in summer.
Scarlet Tiger Moth
A striking day-flying moth with black forewings spotted with white and yellow, and brilliant scarlet hindwings. It played a key role in ecological genetics research.
Did You Know?
E.B. Ford used this species for his pioneering studies on genetic polymorphism and ecological genetics.