Madagascan Tiger Moth vs Sallow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madagascan Tiger Moth | Sallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Radiarctia rhodesiana | Xanthia icteritia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Madagascan Tiger Moth
A colorful tiger moth found in Madagascar with orange and black wing patterns. It advertises its toxicity through bright aposematic coloring.
Did You Know?
Adults produce ultrasonic clicks to jam bat echolocation and avoid predation.
Sallow
A pretty golden-yellow moth found in autumn, associated with sallow trees. Adults can be attracted to sugar or wine rope. Larvae feed on sallow catkins before descending to feed on low plants.
Did You Know?
Larvae begin life eating sallow catkins high in trees, then descend to complete development on ground-level plants.