White-letter Hairstreak vs Iron Prominent Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-letter Hairstreak | Iron Prominent Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Satyrium w-album | Notodonta dromedarius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | Wingspan 26-30mm | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Woodlands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.
Iron Prominent Moth
A richly colored moth with rusty-brown forewings marked with yellow and dark patches. Its caterpillar sports a dramatic dorsal hump like a dromedary camel.
Did You Know?
Its scientific name dromedarius refers to the camel-like hump on its caterpillar's back.