Cream Wave vs Meadow Argus
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream Wave | Meadow Argus |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scopula floslactata | Junonia villida |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 4-5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream Wave
A delicate cream-white moth with subtle cross-lines. Found in deciduous woodland and hedgerows. Larvae feed on dead leaves and withered vegetation.
Did You Know?
One of several 'wave' moths that feed on dead leaves rather than living plant tissue.
Meadow Argus
A medium-sized brown butterfly with prominent eyespots on each wing. It is one of Australia's most common and widespread butterflies.
Did You Know?
The conspicuous eyespots on its wings are thought to startle predators or deflect attacks from the body.