Queen Butterfly vs Ornate Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Queen Butterfly | Ornate Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Danaus gilippus | Arctia flavia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Arctiidae |
| Size | 67-78 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Meadows |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southern USA, Central and South America | European Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Queen Butterfly
A close relative of the Monarch butterfly with similar orange coloring but darker. Found across the Americas. Like the Monarch, it sequesters toxic cardenolides from milkweed.
Did You Know?
A close cousin of the Monarch that is equally toxic but does not undertake the same famous migration.
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.