Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet vs Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet | Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe ferrugata | Agarista agricola |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 50-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Mauritius, Indian Ocean Islands |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Mauritius Lowland Forest Day Moth
A day-flying moth with black wings marked by white and orange patches. Found on Mauritius and neighboring Indian Ocean islands.
Did You Know?
Unlike most moths, it is exclusively active during daylight and rests at night.