Spotted Jezebel vs Meal Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spotted Jezebel | Meal Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias aganippe | Pyralis farinalis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Pyralidae |
| Size | 5-6 cm wingspan | 10-14 mm body; 18-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Indoors |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Meal Moth
A distinctive moth with olive and reddish-brown banded wings that infests stored grain and flour. Larvae live in silken tubes within infested food products.
Did You Know?
Its larval silk tubes can form dense mats in stored grain, binding the product into solid masses.