Animals - Butterflies and Moths

Here you will learn the names of different types of butterflies and moths in English, such as "monarch butterfly", "festoon", and "gypsy moth".

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a flying insect with a long, thin body and large, typically brightly colored wings

Ex: The butterfly landed on my hand for a brief moment before taking flight again .

white or sulfur butterfly, is a delicate insect characterized by predominantly white or yellow wings

a small and delicate insect characterized by its distinctive tails on the hindwings and intricate wing patterns

a striking insect with vivid patterns on its wings, commonly found in meadows and woodlands

a captivating insect known for its distinct orange and black wing pattern and annual migration

a magnificent insect with vibrant orange wings adorned with black veins and white spots, known for its incredible long-distance migration

a colorful and diverse insect with delicate wings adorned with intricate patterns

a captivating insect belonging to the family Nymphalidae, characterized by its distinctive wing pattern resembling the colors and markings found on a tortoiseshell

a vibrant insect with predominantly yellow wings belonging to the family Pieridae

a diverse and captivating insect family, scientifically known as Nymphalidae, characterized by their unique leg structure

a widespread insect with white or creamy wings, black spots, and a preference for cabbage-family plants

a captivating insect with distinctive wings featuring a white comma-shaped marking

an insect characterized by its vibrant colors, intricate wing patterns, and a toxic or unpalatable nature as a defense mechanism

a majestic insect characterized by its large size, vibrant colors, and regal presence, making it a symbol of beauty

moth [noun]

a nocturnal winged insect similar to a butterfly that is attracted to the light

a type of moth known for its vibrant wing patterns and a defense mechanism of aposematism to ward off predators

an invasive insect notorious for its defoliating behavior and significant damage to forests and trees

a small insect that can cause damage to textiles by feeding on natural fibers

wax moth [noun]

a small moth that infests beehives, with its larvae consuming beeswax and posing a threat to the structural integrity and health of the colony

Apollo [noun]

a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, known for its striking appearance with large black wings marked with bold white spots and bands

argus [noun]

a colorful butterfly species found in Southeast Asia, known for its intricate wing patterns featuring multiple eyespots

bogong [noun]

a moth found in Australia that migrates long distances to alpine regions and aestivates in large numbers during summer

a butterfly with bright yellow or greenish wings found in Europe and Asia that feeds on nectar from buckthorn and other flowers

a moth species with irritating barbed hairs that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in humans

a small moth species that infests carpets and textiles, causing damage through the feeding activity of its larvae

a butterfly species found in southern Europe and parts of Asia, with bright orange wings marked with black spots and stripes

copper [noun]

a small butterfly known for its bright orange or copper-colored wings

Ex: Coppers are often seen in open , grassy habitats during the summer months .

a large and visually striking moth species native to North America, known for its reddish-brown wings

cinnabar [noun]

a moth species characterized by its striking black and vermilion red wings, often associated with toxic plants like ragwort

a small moth species that infests apple and pear trees, causing damage to the fruit through larval feeding

festoon [noun]

a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, with brownish wings marked with blue and orange spots and lines

a notable butterfly species characterized by its impressive size, white wings, and black or gray markings

a butterfly species found in Europe, with white wings marked with black veins and spots, and a distinctive marbled appearance

a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, with white wings and orange tips on the males

a species of butterfly with a distinctive orange and black pattern on its wings

a majestic butterfly species characterized by its deep purple wings with intricate white and orange patterns

a mid-sized butterfly with black wings and red and white markings common in Europe and America

ringlet [noun]

a butterfly species characterized by its dark brown wings adorned with small rings or eyespots

a butterfly species characterized by its black wings adorned with striking white bands and spots

a common name for the butterfly species Lasiommata megera

a term used to refer to several species of butterflies known for their distinctive, elongated hindwings

a species of butterfly with brown wings that have white spots