Common Buckeye vs White-shouldered House Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Buckeye | White-shouldered House Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Junonia coenia | Endrosis sarcitrella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Oecophoridae |
| Size | 42-55 mm wingspan | 15-21 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Indoors |
| Diet | Predators | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Buckeye
Brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on all four wings. Eyespots deter predators by mimicking the eyes of larger animals.
Did You Know?
Their large eyespots have been shown to startle birds into abandoning attacks.
White-shouldered House Moth
A small greyish moth with a conspicuous white head and thorax that is common in buildings year-round. It is found worldwide as a minor household pest.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few moths that can breed continuously indoors throughout the year without a dormant phase.