Butterfly Appearance 
Some Differences Between Butterflies and Moths

 
 
 
 BUTTERFLIES
usually fly during the day
are usually brightly coloured
have antennae with knobs on the ends
rest with their wings closed and upright
 
Belenois butterfly

 
MOTHS
usually fly at night
are usually dull coloured
have antennae that look like feathers 
rest with their wings open 
 
Royal walnut moth

Photographs courtesy of Bill's Lepidoptera Photos

© 2000 Jackie Miers
March,  2004