Small Fan-footed Wave vs Silky Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Fan-footed Wave | Silky Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idaea biselata | Pseudalmenus chlorinda |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 2.5-3.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Fan-footed Wave
A small, delicate moth with pale buff wings and fine dark cross-lines. Common in deciduous woodland. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
Named for the male's fan-shaped front legs that are displayed during courtship.
Silky Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with metallic blue-green sheen and orange-spotted hindwing tails. Its larvae have a mutualistic relationship with ants.
Did You Know?
Ants guard the caterpillars in exchange for sugary secretions from special glands on the larvae.