Giant Leopard Moth vs Sallow Kitten
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Leopard Moth | Sallow Kitten |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypercompe scribonia | Furcula furcula |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 57-91 mm wingspan | 30-37 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Giant Leopard Moth
A striking white moth covered in black hollow ring spots with an iridescent blue-black body with orange markings underneath. It plays dead when threatened.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it curls up to reveal its bright blue and orange abdomen as a warning display to predators.
Sallow Kitten
A small, fluffy white moth with delicate grey markings. Named for its resemblance to a small cat. Larvae have tail filaments like the puss moth. Found near willow and sallow.
Did You Know?
A diminutive relative of the puss moth, whose caterpillars share the same tail-whipping defensive behavior.