Chinese Character Moth vs Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chinese Character Moth | Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cilix glaucata | Agrotis puta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Drepanidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 20-25 mm wingspan | 30-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chinese Character Moth
A tiny moth whose resting posture perfectly mimics a bird dropping on a leaf. Its white wings bear a central brown blotch that completes the illusion.
Did You Know?
Its bird-dropping disguise is so effective that even experienced entomologists can walk past it without noticing.
Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth
A small, pale greyish-brown moth with a shuttle-shaped claviform stigma. Males and females show different color tones, with females being darker.
Did You Know?
It can produce two generations per year in warmer parts of its range.