Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet vs Acraea Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet | Acraea Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe ferrugata | Acraea acerata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 45-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet
A common but variable carpet moth found in gardens and hedgerows. Wing pattern ranges from pale to very dark. Larvae feed on bedstraws and other low plants.
Did You Know?
So variable in appearance that dark and light forms were once described as separate species.
Acraea Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with translucent orange wings and dark veins, giving it a delicate, window-like appearance. It is toxic and part of a large mimicry ring in East Africa.
Did You Know?
It is a significant pest of sweet potato crops in East Africa, with larvae sometimes completely defoliating plants.