Willow Beauty vs Arctic Clouded Yellow
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Willow Beauty | Arctic Clouded Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Peribatodes rhomboidaria | Colias tyche |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Pieridae |
| Size | 38-48 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, western Asia | Arctic Russia, Siberia, northern Alaska, Yukon |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Willow Beauty
A well-camouflaged moth with grey-brown wings marked with dark cross-lines that blends perfectly with tree bark. It is one of the most common moths found in gardens.
Did You Know?
Like the peppered moth, it has developed a darker form in areas affected by industrial pollution.
Arctic Clouded Yellow
A medium-sized butterfly with pale greenish-yellow wings and prominent dark borders. The underside has a silvery-white discal spot. It has a powerful, direct flight over open tundra landscapes.
Did You Know?
This butterfly is so well adapted to the Arctic that it can fly in wind speeds that would ground most temperate butterflies.