What is the difference between a moth and a butterfly?
A moth and a butterfly sure can 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.
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