Kamehameha Butterfly vs Turnip Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kamehameha Butterfly | Turnip Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vanessa tameamea | Agrotis segetum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 60-70 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Hawaii | Europe, Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Kamehameha Butterfly
Hawaii's state insect, a beautiful orange-and-black butterfly endemic to the islands. It is one of only two butterfly species native to Hawaii.
Did You Know?
It was designated Hawaii's state insect in 2009 and is named after the Hawaiian royal dynasty.
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.