Chalk Hill Blue vs Lesser Yellow Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Chalk Hill Blue | Lesser Yellow Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyommatus coridon | Noctua comes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | Wingspan 33-40mm | 40-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Chalk Hill Blue
A large blue butterfly with silvery-blue males and brown females. Restricted to chalk and limestone grasslands.
Did You Know?
Males have an ethereal silvery-blue tone unique among European butterflies, visible in large numbers on chalk hills.
Lesser Yellow Underwing
Similar to the Large Yellow Underwing but smaller with more orange-yellow hindwings. Very common in gardens and attracted to light. Larvae feed on many herbaceous plants.
Did You Know?
Together with its larger relative, forms one of the most abundant moth species partnerships in garden moth traps.