Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth vs Four-spotted Footman Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth | Four-spotted Footman Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agarista agricola | Lithosia quadra |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 35-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Mauritius, Indian Ocean Islands | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth
A day-flying moth with black wings marked by white and orange patches. Found on Mauritius and neighboring Indian Ocean islands.
Did You Know?
Unlike most moths, it is exclusively active during daylight and rests at night.
Four-spotted Footman Moth
A large footman moth with strong sexual dimorphism; males are grey with two forewing spots, females yellow with four large blue-black spots. Females are significantly larger than males.
Did You Know?
When handled, it can exude a yellow fluid from its thorax that stains skin.