White-Gloved Howdy vs Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-Gloved Howdy | Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Isonychia sadleri | Pheosia gnoma |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Isonychiidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | 44-54 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Heathland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White-Gloved Howdy
Named for the white tips of its forelegs resembling gloves. Nymphs are powerful swimmers found in fast-flowing Appalachian streams.
Did You Know?
The distinctive white-tipped forelegs are visible even in flight, giving rise to the fanciful common name.
Lesser Swallow Prominent Moth
A white moth very similar to the Swallow Prominent but with a thinner dark wedge mark and a clear white hindwing. It is associated with birch rather than poplar.
Did You Know?
It can be reliably separated from its close relative only by examining the width of the forewing wedge mark.