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Moths and Butterflies: What’s the Difference?
They may belong to the same insect family, but there's a lot that sets them apart. Here's a quick guide
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated November 21, 2023
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated November 21, 2023
1 min read
They may belong to the same insect family, but there's a lot that sets them apart. Here's a quick guide
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Here are some interesting facts you will find in this explainer on moths and butterflies.
- What is the difference between a butterfly and a moth?
- What do a butterfly and a moth have in common?
- Is a butterfly related to a moth?
- How many types of moths are there?
- How many types of butterflies are there?
- What are skippers?
- Are skippers butterflies?
About the Authors
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
is a wildlife biologist working with Roundglass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better