Small Apollo vs Ear Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Apollo | Ear Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Parnassius phoebus | Amphipoea oculea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Papilionidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 50-60 mm wingspan | 24-32 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Meadows | Wetlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Apollo
A high-altitude alpine butterfly with translucent white wings bearing small red and black spots. It flies weakly over alpine meadows and scree slopes above the treeline.
Did You Know?
It only occurs above the treeline in the Alps and is one of Europe's highest-altitude butterflies.
Ear Moth
A small brown moth whose larvae bore inside grass and rush stems. Very variable in appearance. Part of a species complex requiring dissection for certain identification.
Did You Know?
Named for its ear-shaped wing stigma, though the marking is so variable it's often hard to see.