Butterflies vs Moths: What are the differences?

Butterflies and moths are among the key beneficial pollinators that play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. While they share many similarities, including belonging to the same biological order classification Lepidoptera, they also have many differences that you can use to identify and tell them apart. Below we outline a few of the general guidelines for discerning the differences between butterflies and moths.  

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