Ornate Tiger Moth vs Barred Red Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ornate Tiger Moth | Barred Red Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arctia flavia | Hylaea fasciaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Arctiidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 30-36 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | European Alps, Scandinavia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Ornate Tiger Moth
A rare alpine tiger moth with cream forewings bearing irregular brown markings and orange-yellow hindwings with dark spots. It inhabits high-altitude meadows and rocky slopes.
Did You Know?
It is one of the rarest tiger moths in Europe and is legally protected in several countries.
Barred Red Moth
A reddish-brown moth with a broad darker band across the forewings. It is closely associated with coniferous forests throughout its range.
Did You Know?
A green form of this species exists and was once considered a separate species.