Pebble Prominent Moth vs Sunbeam Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pebble Prominent Moth | Sunbeam Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Notodonta ziczac | Curetis thetis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 34-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | South Asia, Southeast 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.
Sunbeam Butterfly
Dark upper wings contrast with brilliant silvery-white undersides. Fast-flying and sun-loving, often found darting around treetops.
Did You Know?
Its reflective silver underside flashes in sunlight, earning the genus the name Sunbeam.