Chimney Sweeper Moth vs Pale Tussock
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chimney Sweeper Moth | Pale Tussock |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Odezia atrata | Calliteara pudibunda |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 25-30 mm wingspan | 40-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chimney Sweeper Moth
A small, entirely sooty-black day-flying moth with white-tipped wing fringes. It flies over grasslands where pignut grows.
Did You Know?
Its all-black coloration is unique among European geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognizable.
Pale Tussock
A fluffy grey-white moth with distinctively feathered legs held forward at rest. Its caterpillar is spectacular, with dense yellow or green hair tufts and a red tail tuft.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's bright hair tufts are irritating to skin and were once used in practical jokes.