Six-spot Burnet vs Apple Leaf Miner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Six-spot Burnet | Apple Leaf Miner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygaena filipendulae | Lyonetia clerkella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Zygaenidae | Lyonetiidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm wingspan | 7-9 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Orchards |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Six-spot Burnet
A day-flying moth with metallic blue-black forewings bearing six crimson spots. Its bright colours warn predators of its cyanide-based chemical defences.
Did You Know?
Both the larvae and adults contain hydrogen cyanide, making them highly toxic to predators.
Apple Leaf Miner
A tiny moth whose serpentine leaf mines are visible on apple and cherry leaves. The mine appears as a winding white trail. Adults are silvery-white micro-moths.
Did You Know?
The characteristic winding leaf mine reveals the complete feeding journey of the larva from egg to pupation.