Round-winged Muslin Moth vs White Ermine
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Round-winged Muslin Moth | White Ermine |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thumatha senex | Spilosoma lubricipeda |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 18-24 mm wingspan | 34-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, temperate Asia |
| 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.
White Ermine
A pure white moth peppered with variable black dots, resembling ermine fur. The number of spots varies greatly between individuals.
Did You Know?
Some individuals have so few spots they appear nearly pure white, while others are heavily marked.