Small Rivulet vs Sara Orangetip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Rivulet | Sara Orangetip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Perizoma alchemillata | Anthocharis sara |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Pieridae |
| Size | 18-22 mm wingspan | 30-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Rivulet
A delicate small moth found in damp habitats where hemp agrimony grows. The larvae feed inside the flowers. Has subtle grey and white wing markings.
Did You Know?
The larvae develop entirely within hemp agrimony flower heads, emerging only to pupate.
Sara Orangetip
Small white butterfly with vivid orange forewing tips and mottled greenish hindwing undersides. Flies early in spring in western North America.
Did You Know?
Adults have a single short flight period in spring and are not seen for the rest of the year.