Lesser Yellow Underwing vs Orange-tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Yellow Underwing | Orange-tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Noctua comes | Anthocharis cardamines |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 40-46 mm wingspan | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Orange-tip
Males have bright orange wingtips; females are plain white with black tips. A herald of spring in European woodlands.
Did You Know?
Males patrol hedgerows searching for freshly emerged females, never visiting the same flower patch twice.