Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth vs Spotted Jezebel
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth | Spotted Jezebel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrotis puta | Delias aganippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 5-6 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Shuttle-shaped Dart Moth
A small, pale greyish-brown moth with a shuttle-shaped claviform stigma. Males and females show different color tones, with females being darker.
Did You Know?
It can produce two generations per year in warmer parts of its range.
Spotted Jezebel
A boldly patterned butterfly with black-bordered white wings and red-spotted undersides. It is the most widespread Delias species in Australia.
Did You Know?
It is the only Australian jezebel butterfly found in arid inland regions.