Crimson Speckled Moth vs Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Crimson Speckled Moth | Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Utetheisa pulchella | Brephidium exilis thompsoni |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | Wingspan 33-42mm | 12-18 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Cuba, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Crimson Speckled Moth
A small stunning moth with white forewings densely spotted with black and red marks. It is a strong migrant found across the Old World tropics.
Did You Know?
It sequesters pyrrolizidine alkaloids from its host plants which males transfer to females as a nuptial gift during mating.
Cuban Pygmy Blue Butterfly
One of the smallest butterflies in the world, found in Cuba and the Caribbean. Its wingspan barely exceeds 15 mm.
Did You Know?
It is so tiny that it is often mistaken for a small moth or fly.