Meadow Argus vs Merveille du Jour
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Meadow Argus | Merveille du Jour |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Junonia villida | Griposia aprilina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 4-5 cm wingspan | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.
Merveille du Jour
A strikingly camouflaged moth with green and black lichen-like patterning on its forewings. It rests on oak bark where it becomes virtually invisible.
Did You Know?
Its French name means 'marvel of the day' due to its extraordinary camouflage.