Bilberry Roller vs Gorse tip moth
Ancylis myrtillana compared with Agonopterix nervosa
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Bilberry Roller | Gorse tip moth |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Animals) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum same | Arthropoda (Arthropods) | Arthropoda (Arthropods) |
| Class same | Insecta (Insects) | Insecta (Insects) |
| Order same | Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths) | Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths) |
| Family | Tortricidae | Depressariidae |
| Genus | Ancylis | Agonopterix |
| Species | Ancylis myrtillana | Agonopterix nervosa |
Evolutionary Relationship
Bilberry Roller and Gorse tip moth share a common ancestor at the Order level: Lepidoptera. (Butterflies & Moths)
Conservation Status
Bilberry Roller
LC — Least ConcernGorse tip moth
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Bilberry Roller | Gorse tip moth |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Bilberry Roller
Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Gorse tip moth
Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.
Bilberry Roller
The Bilberry Roller (Ancylis myrtillana) is a species in the genus Ancylis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.
Gorse tip moth
No description available.
Shared Countries
Both species can be found in 4 countries:
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