Gatekeeper vs Turnip Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gatekeeper | Turnip Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyronia tithonus | Agrotis segetum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 34-38 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Southern Europe | Europe, Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Gatekeeper
A common warm-brown butterfly often seen basking on hedgerow flowers in high summer. It has distinctive twin white pupils within the eye-spots on its forewings.
Did You Know?
Its alternative name 'Hedge Brown' reflects its strong association with hedgerow habitats.
Turnip Moth
A drab brown moth whose fat cutworm larvae sever the stems and roots of root vegetables and seedlings. It is one of the most widespread cutworm pests in the Old World.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive extended periods of drought by burrowing deep into the soil and entering a dormant state.