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What's The Defference Between a Moth and a Butterfly?
1. Have a proboscis to suck liquid (nectar) from flowers.
Butterfly
Moth
2. Resting posture usually with wings open.
Butterfly
Moth
3. Do not have ears; cannot hear sounds; use wings to feel vibrations.
Butterfly
Moth
4. Antennae long and thin, round knob at end; used for smelling.
Butterfly
Moth
5. Makes a cocoon underground or on the ground
Butterfly
Moth
6. Thick, fuzzy coat of scales on its wings.
Butterfly
Moth
7. Antennae short and feathery; used for smelling and flying.
Butterfly
Moth
8. Uses sight to select mates.
Butterfly
Moth
9. Brightly colored wings; can attract mates; help to blend in with flowers; can sometimes warn predators to stay away.
Butterfly
Moth
10. Active mostly at night; rest during the day.
Butterfly
Moth
11. Uses the sun to warm up.
Butterfly
Moth
12. Makes a chrysalis hanging from a branch or other support.
Butterfly
Moth
13. Have ears that can hear sounds.
Butterfly
Moth
14. Moves wings to warm up.
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Moth
15. Resting posture is usually with wings closed.
Butterfly
Moth
16. Uses scent to select mates.
Butterfly
Moth