Common Wainscot Moth vs Brimstone Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Wainscot Moth | Brimstone Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mythimna pallens | Opisthograptis luteolata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 33-40 mm wingspan | 33-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Wainscot Moth
A plain straw-colored moth with a white hindwing and few distinguishing marks. It is abundant in grasslands and regularly comes to light traps.
Did You Know?
Its plain appearance makes it one of the most easily overlooked yet abundant moths in Europe.
Brimstone Moth
A bright yellow moth with chestnut-brown blotches along the leading edge of each wing. It is a common and cheerful visitor to lighted windows in summer.
Did You Know?
Despite sharing a name with the brimstone butterfly, the two species are not closely related at all.