Ruby Tiger Moth vs Alpine Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ruby Tiger Moth | Alpine Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phragmatobia fuliginosa | Albulina orbitulus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Arctiidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 24-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ruby Tiger Moth
A small tiger moth with dark brownish-red forewings and rosy-red hindwings spotted with black. It is common across the northern hemisphere and flies both day and night.
Did You Know?
The hairy caterpillar can survive being frozen solid during winter and resumes feeding when it thaws.
Alpine Blue
A small, silvery-blue butterfly found only in high alpine grasslands. Males have pale blue uppersides while females are brownish.
Did You Know?
It is restricted to a narrow altitudinal band and rarely descends below 1800 meters.