Large Yellow Underwing vs Marbled Minor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Yellow Underwing | Marbled Minor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Noctua pronuba | Oligia strigilis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 50-60 mm wingspan | 24-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Large Yellow Underwing
One of the most abundant moths in Europe with bright yellow-orange hindwings bordered in black. It is strongly attracted to light at night.
Did You Know?
It has successfully invaded North America and is now one of the most commonly found moths at porch lights across the continent.
Marbled Minor
A small, cryptically marked moth that is extremely variable in pattern. Part of a complex of similar-looking species that can only be reliably separated by dissection.
Did You Know?
Part of a notoriously difficult species complex where three species look almost identical.