Red-banded Jezebel vs Mottled Umber Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-banded Jezebel | Mottled Umber Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias mysis | Erannis defoliaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Geometridae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan (males) |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-banded Jezebel
A tropical butterfly with white upper wings and vivid red bands on the hindwing underside. It is found in the rainforests of northern Queensland.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in large numbers to drink from muddy puddles along creek beds.
Mottled Umber Moth
A variably patterned brown moth where males range from pale to almost black. Females are completely wingless and resemble small spiders.
Did You Know?
Wingless females attract mates by releasing pheromones from the trunk of their host tree.