Reed Leopard Moth vs Plain Tiger
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reed Leopard Moth | Plain Tiger |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phragmataecia castaneae | Danaus chrysippus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 30–50 mm wingspan | Wingspan 70-80mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia, North Africa | Africa, Asia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Reed Leopard Moth
A cossid moth whose larvae bore into the stems of common reed and bulrush. It is widespread across European wetlands and reedbeds.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few cossid moths that bores into herbaceous plants rather than woody trees.
Plain Tiger
An orange butterfly with black borders and white spots that is extremely widespread across Africa and Asia. It is toxic due to larval food plants.
Did You Know?
It is mimicked by multiple species of butterflies across its range including females of the Great Eggfly.