Herald Moth vs Agonum Marsh Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Herald Moth | Agonum Marsh Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scoliopteryx libatrix | Agonum marginatum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 40-46 mm wingspan | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Herald Moth
A distinctive moth with scalloped wing edges and orange patches that hibernates in caves, cellars, and outbuildings. One of the first moths to be seen each spring. Adults resemble dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Often hibernates in caves alongside bats, and can survive freezing temperatures during winter.
Agonum Marsh Ground Beetle
A medium-sized metallic green ground beetle with pale-margined elytra found exclusively in wetland habitats. It runs rapidly on wet mud and vegetation near water.
Did You Know?
It is so dependent on wetlands that its presence or absence is used by ecologists as an indicator of wetland habitat quality and hydrological integrity.