Scarlet Tiger Moth vs Odorous House Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Tiger Moth | Odorous House Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callimorpha dominula | Tapinoma sessile |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 2.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Scarlet Tiger Moth
A striking day-flying moth with black forewings spotted with white and yellow, and brilliant scarlet hindwings. It played a key role in ecological genetics research.
Did You Know?
E.B. Ford used this species for his pioneering studies on genetic polymorphism and ecological genetics.
Odorous House Ant
A small dark brown ant that emits a distinctive rotten coconut smell when crushed. It is one of the most common household pest ants in North America.
Did You Know?
The smell produced when crushed is caused by methyl ketones, the same compounds found in blue cheese.