Northern Ladybird vs Buff-tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Ladybird | Buff-tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coccinella trifasciata | Phalera bucephala |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 55-68 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Alaska, northern Canada, subarctic Scandinavia, northern Russia | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Northern Ladybird
A small ladybird with orange-red elytra bearing three distinct black crossbands. It is cold-adapted and found further north than most other ladybird species. Adults and larvae are predators of aphids on northern vegetation.
Did You Know?
This ladybird aggregates in large groups under rocks in autumn, entering communal hibernation to survive the Arctic winter.
Buff-tip
A moth that mimics a broken birch twig with remarkable precision when at rest. Its silvery-grey wings end in a buff-coloured patch resembling exposed wood.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars feed communally in large groups and can completely defoliate small trees.