Turnip Moth vs Purple Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Turnip Moth | Purple Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrotis segetum | Favonius quercus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 31-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Europe, western Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Turnip Moth
A drab brown moth whose fat cutworm larvae sever the stems and roots of root vegetables and seedlings. It is one of the most widespread cutworm pests in the Old World.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive extended periods of drought by burrowing deep into the soil and entering a dormant state.
Purple Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a purple-blue sheen visible only at certain angles, living almost exclusively in oak canopies. It feeds on honeydew rather than visiting flowers.
Did You Know?
Colonies can exist undetected for years because the butterflies almost never leave the treetops.