Lotis Blue Butterfly vs Crimson Speckled Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lotis Blue Butterfly | Crimson Speckled Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycaeides argyrognomon lotis | Utetheisa pulchella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 2-2.5 cm wingspan | Wingspan 33-42mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | United States | Europe, Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Critically Endangered | Least Concern |
Lotis Blue Butterfly
A small blue butterfly historically found in sphagnum bog habitats in coastal Mendocino County, California. It has not been seen since 1983.
Did You Know?
Despite extensive searches, no living individuals have been found in over 40 years.
Crimson Speckled Moth
A small stunning moth with white forewings densely spotted with black and red marks. It is a strong migrant found across the Old World tropics.
Did You Know?
It sequesters pyrrolizidine alkaloids from its host plants which males transfer to females as a nuptial gift during mating.