Juniper Hairstreak vs Feathered Thorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Juniper Hairstreak | Feathered Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callophrys gryneus | Colotois pennaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 22-30 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern and central United States wherever red cedar grows | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Juniper Hairstreak
A small green hairstreak butterfly with intricate white line patterns on its hindwing underside. Its bright green underside provides camouflage among cedar foliage.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar perfectly matches the green of cedar foliage and is nearly impossible to spot among the needles.
Feathered Thorn
An autumn-flying moth with warm orange-brown wings and males bearing dramatically feathered antennae. It flies late in the year when few other moths are active.
Did You Know?
Males use their enormous feathered antennae to detect female pheromones on cold autumn nights.