Malachite Butterfly vs Turnip Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malachite Butterfly | Turnip Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Siproeta stelenes | Agrotis segetum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | Wingspan 85-100mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | North America, South America | Europe, Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Malachite Butterfly
A large butterfly with striking black and brilliant malachite green patterning on both wing surfaces. It has a slow graceful flight.
Did You Know?
Unlike most butterflies it feeds primarily on rotting fruit and bird droppings rather than flower nectar.
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.