Scarce Copper vs Lobster Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarce Copper | Lobster Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lycaena virgaureae | Stauropus fagi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 45-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarce Copper
A brilliant fiery-orange butterfly with black-spotted forewings, the male being one of the most intensely coloured European butterflies. Females are more subdued with brown-spotted orange wings.
Did You Know?
Males are so brilliantly orange they can be spotted from over 50 metres away in sunlit meadows.
Lobster Moth
A moth whose young caterpillar mimics an ant and mature caterpillar resembles a lobster.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar raises its swollen tail and thoracic legs in a bizarre threat display.