Four-spotted Footman Moth vs Malagasy Processionary Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Footman Moth | Malagasy Processionary Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lithosia quadra | Anaphe madagascariensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 35-55 mm wingspan | 40-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Four-spotted Footman Moth
A large footman moth with strong sexual dimorphism; males are grey with two forewing spots, females yellow with four large blue-black spots. Females are significantly larger than males.
Did You Know?
When handled, it can exude a yellow fluid from its thorax that stains skin.
Malagasy Processionary Moth
A pale silky white moth whose caterpillars march in long head-to-tail processions through the forest. The larvae are covered in irritating urticating hairs.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars spin communal silk nests and march in lines of dozens of individuals, each following silk trails laid by the leader.