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Distinguishing Between Butterflies and Moths: A Guide by Mrs. Hicks

Learn how to differentiate between butterflies and moths with Mrs. Hicks' insightful guide. Key differences include antenna shape, body structure, wing color, and flying time. Butterflies are recognized by their knobbed antennae, thin bodies, and vibrant wings that stay open when resting. Conversely, moths feature feathery antennae, thicker bodies, and wings that lay flat when at rest. This comparison helps you master the identification process. Test your knowledge and see how many you get right as you become a butterfly and moth expert!

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Distinguishing Between Butterflies and Moths: A Guide by Mrs. Hicks

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  1. Butterfly or Moth?? By Mrs. Hicks How do you tell the difference??

  2. Butterfly Knob on antenna Thin, smooth body Colorful wings Daytime flying Wings open or standing up when landed Moth Feathery antenna Thicker, hairy body Less wing color Night time flying Wings lay flat toward the back of the moth when landed Comparison

  3. Butterfly or Moth?? Look closely at: antenna body The answer is: A moth

  4. Butterfly or Moth?? Look closely at: antenna body The answer is: A butterfly

  5. Which is Which?? Butterfly Moth

  6. Which is Which?? Moth Butterfly

  7. How did you do? How many did you get right? 1 – Work on telling butterflies and moths apart 2 – Not too bad, keep improving 3 – Pretty good! Keep it up! 4 – You are quite the scientist! First rate!!

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