Brown-tail Moth vs Meadow Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown-tail Moth | Meadow Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euproctis chrysorrhoea | Junonia villida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 36-42 mm wingspan | 4-5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia (introduced to North America) | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown-tail Moth
A white moth with a conspicuous brown tuft of hairs at the tip of its abdomen, used to cover its eggs. The caterpillar's hairs are highly irritating and can cause widespread rashes.
Did You Know?
Shed caterpillar hairs can become airborne and cause respiratory distress in people kilometres from the colony.
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.