Scarce Umber Moth vs New Zealand Red Admiral
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarce Umber Moth | New Zealand Red Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agriopis aurantiaria | Vanessa gonerilla |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan (males) | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarce Umber Moth
An autumn-flying moth with warm orange-brown wings marked with darker speckles. Females are wingless and crawl up tree trunks to await males.
Did You Know?
It emerges so late in autumn that it sometimes flies in early snowfall.
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.