Clouded Buff Moth vs Southern Flannel Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clouded Buff Moth | Southern Flannel Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diacrisia sannio | Megalopyge opercularis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Megalopygidae |
| Size | 38-48 mm wingspan | 25-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Southeastern United States, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clouded Buff Moth
A medium-sized moth where males are golden-buff and females are pinkish with darker wing borders. Males fly actively in sunshine over heathland.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few tiger moths whose males are regular day-fliers, patrolling heathland in bright sun.
Southern Flannel Moth
A fluffy moth covered in cream to orange-brown fur-like scales. Its larva, called the puss caterpillar, is covered in soft-looking hair that conceals venomous spines.
Did You Know?
The puss caterpillar is considered the most venomous caterpillar in North America, with stings requiring medical attention.