Southern Dogface vs Vampire Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Southern Dogface | Vampire Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zerene cesonia | Calyptra thalictri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 46-64 mm wingspan | Wingspan 40-50mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America, South America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Southern Dogface
Yellow butterfly with a pointed forewing showing a poodle-dog-face pattern in black. Males have a warm orange flush on the upper wing surface.
Did You Know?
The forewing markings form a recognizable dog face profile when the wings are spread open.
Vampire Moth
A dull grey-brown moth with a uniquely evolved proboscis capable of piercing mammalian skin. Males occasionally drink blood for sodium.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only moths known to drink blood from mammals including humans using its hardened barbed proboscis.