Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet vs Ulysses Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet | Ulysses Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe ferrugata | Papilio ulysses |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 10-14 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet
A common but variable carpet moth found in gardens and hedgerows. Wing pattern ranges from pale to very dark. Larvae feed on bedstraws and other low plants.
Did You Know?
So variable in appearance that dark and light forms were once described as separate species.
Ulysses Butterfly
A large swallowtail with electric blue uppersides and cryptic brown undersides. It is an iconic symbol of tropical north Queensland tourism.
Did You Know?
Males are strongly attracted to anything bright blue, including clothing and car paint.