Fall Armyworm vs Meadow Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fall Armyworm | Meadow Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spodoptera frugiperda | Junonia villida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 32-40 mm wingspan | 4-5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Americas, Africa, Asia, Oceania | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Fall Armyworm
A highly destructive migratory moth whose caterpillars can devastate entire corn and cereal fields in days. It has recently spread from the Americas to Africa and Asia.
Did You Know?
Fall armyworm moths can migrate up to 1,600 km in a single generation carried by wind currents.
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.