Round-winged Muslin Moth vs New Zealand Red Admiral
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round-winged Muslin Moth | New Zealand Red Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thumatha senex | Vanessa gonerilla |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm wingspan | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Round-winged Muslin Moth
A tiny moth with rounded translucent whitish wings marked with faint grey spots. It is among the smallest of the footman moths in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its translucent wings are so thin that text can be read through them.
New Zealand Red Admiral
An endemic New Zealand butterfly with striking red and black wing patterns. It is found throughout both main islands in bush margins and gardens. The larvae feed exclusively on native stinging nettle (ongaonga).
Did You Know?
Unlike most butterflies, the New Zealand red admiral overwinters as an adult and can sometimes be seen flying on warm winter days.