Moths vs. Butterflies Quiz (MothEd)

How many species of moths are there in North America?

• 1,200

• 12,000

• 120,000

• 1,200,000

What is a common feature of both moths and butterflies?

• They both have thick, hairy bodies

• They both have clubbed antennae

• They both have scales covering their wings

• They are both active at night

What is the primary food source for most moths and butterflies?

• Leaves

• Insects

• Fruit

• Nectar

When are moths most active?

• During the day

• In the afternoon

• At night

• In the morning

What type of antennae do moths have?

• Feathery or filamentous

• Smooth

• Hooked

• Clubbed

What type of body do butterflies have?

• Thick and hairy

• Stout

• Slender and smooth

• Feathery

What do butterflies make during their metamorphosis?

• Web

• Chrysalis

• Nest

• Cocoon

How do moths rest their wings?

• Spread wide open

• Folded under their body

• Open or tent-like

• Held over their back

Which group is generally more active during the daytime?

• Neither

• Both

• Butterflies

• Moths

What is a notable difference between moths and butterflies?

• Moths are more colorful

• Butterflies have feathery antennae

• Butterflies have slender bodies

• Moths have clubbed antennae