Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth vs Black-waved Flannel Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth | Black-waved Flannel Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pheosia gnoma | Megalopyge crispata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Megalopygidae |
| Size | 44-54 mm wingspan | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth
A white moth very similar to the Swallow Prominent but with a thinner dark wedge mark and a clear white hindwing. It is associated with birch rather than poplar.
Did You Know?
It can be reliably separated from its close relative only by examining the width of the forewing wedge mark.
Black-waved Flannel Moth
A fluffy white to yellowish moth with wavy dark lines across the forewings. Like its relative the puss moth, its caterpillar is densely hairy and delivers a painful sting.
Did You Know?
The adult moth's long curly wing scales make it look remarkably like a tiny Persian cat.