Orange Oakleaf Butterfly vs Cabbage Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange Oakleaf Butterfly | Cabbage Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Kallima inachus | Mamestra brassicae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 85-110 mm wingspan | Wingspan 34-50mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Orange Oakleaf Butterfly
A butterfly with bright orange upperwings but underwings that perfectly mimic a dead leaf.
Did You Know?
The underside even has false midribs, veins, and fungal spot markings.
Cabbage Moth
A mottled grey-brown moth with kidney-shaped and circular stigmata on the forewings. Its caterpillar is a serious pest of brassica crops worldwide.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can bore deep into a cabbage head contaminating it with frass and making it unmarketable.