Glandon Blue vs Rush Veneer Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Glandon Blue | Rush Veneer Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriades glandon | Nomophila noctuella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Crambidae |
| Size | 20-26 mm wingspan | 26-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alps, Pyrenees, Rocky Mountains | Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Glandon Blue
A tiny high-altitude blue butterfly with distinctive underside spotting. It flies close to the ground in exposed alpine habitats.
Did You Know?
It has been recorded flying at over 3600 meters in the Alps.
Rush Veneer Moth
A migratory snout moth with warm brown forewings and pale hindwings. It is a strong flier that regularly migrates northward from the Mediterranean each year.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widely distributed moths in the world, found on every continent except Antarctica.