Cream Wave vs Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream Wave | Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scopula floslactata | Boloria selene |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | Wingspan 32-44mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream Wave
A delicate cream-white moth with subtle cross-lines. Found in deciduous woodland and hedgerows. Larvae feed on dead leaves and withered vegetation.
Did You Know?
One of several 'wave' moths that feed on dead leaves rather than living plant tissue.
Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary
A small orange fritillary with silver and rufous pearl spots on the hindwing underside.
Did You Know?
Has declined significantly across Europe due to the loss of coppiced woodland and damp meadow habitats.