Dot Moth vs Sinai Baton Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dot Moth | Sinai Baton Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanchra persicariae | Pseudophilotes sinaicus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 38-48 mm wingspan | 1-1.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Central Asia | Egypt |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Dot Moth
A dark bluish-black moth with a conspicuous white kidney-mark on each forewing. Its boldly marked appearance makes it easy to identify at light traps.
Did You Know?
The white dot on its dark wings is so prominent it can be identified from several feet away.
Sinai Baton Blue
The smallest butterfly in the world by wingspan, found only in the Sinai Peninsula. It depends on a single plant species, Sinai thyme.
Did You Know?
Its entire world range covers less than 5 square kilometers of mountainous desert.