Pebble Prominent Moth vs Buff Ermine Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pebble Prominent Moth | Buff Ermine Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Notodonta ziczac | Spilosoma lutea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pebble Prominent Moth
A grey-brown moth with a tuft of scales on the trailing edge of each forewing that creates a prominent bump. Its caterpillar has a remarkable hump-backed shape.
Did You Know?
The species name 'ziczac' describes the zigzag posture of the resting caterpillar.
Buff Ermine Moth
A creamy-buff moth with scattered dark spots and a distinctive dark streak along the forewing costa. It closely resembles the White Ermine but has warmer tones.
Did You Know?
Unlike many ermine moths, it has a conspicuous dark diagonal streak near the wing tip.