Spiny Oak Slug Moth vs Sunbeam Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spiny Oak Slug Moth | Sunbeam Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euclea delphinii | Curetis thetis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Limacodidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 22-30 mm wingspan | 34-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Spiny Oak Slug Moth
A small colorful moth with green, brown, and silver-spotted forewings. Its flattened, jewel-like caterpillar is green with red and yellow markings and bears stinging spines.
Did You Know?
The ornate caterpillar has been called one of the most beautiful in North America despite its painful sting.
Sunbeam Butterfly
Dark upper wings contrast with brilliant silvery-white undersides. Fast-flying and sun-loving, often found darting around treetops.
Did You Know?
Its reflective silver underside flashes in sunlight, earning the genus the name Sunbeam.