Four-spotted Footman Moth vs Small Goldenring
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Four-spotted Footman Moth | Small Goldenring |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lithosia quadra | Cordulegaster trinacriae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Erebidae | Cordulegastridae |
| Size | 35-55 mm wingspan | 65-74 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
Small Goldenring
A Mediterranean goldenring dragonfly found in Italy and nearby regions. It is smaller than most goldenrings and inhabits warm lowland streams.
Did You Know?
Its name refers to Sicily (Trinacria), where it was first scientifically described.