Gypsy Moth vs Brown Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gypsy Moth | Brown Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lymantria dispar | Aricia agestis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 37-62 mm wingspan | 25-31 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, western Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gypsy Moth
A sexually dimorphic moth where males are brown and can fly, while females are white with dark markings and are flightless. Caterpillars are voracious defoliators.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can eat up to one square meter of leaves during its development, and outbreaks can strip entire forests bare.
Brown Argus
A small chocolate-brown butterfly with a row of bright orange crescent-shaped spots around the wing margins. Despite its brown color, it belongs to the blue butterfly subfamily.
Did You Know?
It has expanded its range northward in Britain in recent decades, likely in response to climate warming.