Customer LoginButterflies and moths have a lot in common, they both start their lives as caterpillars before transforming into their adult flying forms. They both eat nectar from flowers and other liquids like mineral-filled standing water and the juice from rotting fruit.
The differences between butterflies and moths are separated into two categories: behavior and anatomy.
Moths:
- Nocturnal: Flying and feeding at night.
- Wings: Moths tend to keep their wings draped down their backs or spread out to the side.
- Pupate: Moths often spin a silk cocoon around their chrysalis.
- Antennae: Often feathery.
- Body: Fuller and fuzzier.
Butterflies:
- Diurnal: Active during the day hours.
- Wings: Butterflies tend to hold their wings upright and folded together.
- Pupate: No silk cocoon.
- Antennae: Wider at tips, looking like cubs.
- Body: Smaller and smoother.
Moths and Butterflies can be beautiful to watch but may sometimes be a nuisance, if you have a problem with these insects, example: gypsy moths, then call us at 1-800-525-4825 today.
Of corse there are more ways to tell the difference, to learn more visit http://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/life/zoology/insects-arachnids/moth-versus-butterfly2.htm.
