| Moths andbutterflies sure do look alike,
and they both belong
to the same insect family (Lepidoptera) but there are
a few differences to look for so that you can tell
them apart:
* Butterflies usually rest with their wings
closed, while moths rest with their wings open.
* Butterflies have long, thin antenna, while moths
have shorter feathery antennas.
* Butterflies generally gather food during the day
while moths are seen more at nighttime.
* Most moths make a silky cocoon, while
butterflies usually make a shiny chrysalis
By the way, did you know that the largest moth,
the
Atlas moth, can grow to be over 6 inches wide! That's
one big moth.
NOW
YOU KNOW! |
