Common Blue Butterfly vs Luna Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Blue Butterfly | Luna Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyommatus icarus | Actias luna |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 28-36 mm wingspan | 80-115 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Blue Butterfly
A small butterfly where males are vivid violet-blue and females are brown with orange spots. It is the most widespread blue butterfly in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars secrete a sweet honeydew that attracts ants, which in turn protect them from predators.
Luna Moth
A stunning lime-green moth with long trailing hindwing tails. Adults live only about one week. The long tails confuse bat echolocation by creating false echoes.
Did You Know?
The luna moths long tail streamers confuse bat sonar — they spin behind the moth creating acoustic illusions that cause bats to miss their target 47% of the time.