Question 9
Animal KingdomWhich of the following distinguishes a butterfly from a moth?
- A.Both are active during the day.
- B.They have similar antennae.
- C.The abdomen of a moth is fatter than that of a butterfly.
- D.The wings of a butterfly rest horizontally but those of a moth rest vertically.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (The abdomen of a moth is fatter than that of a butterfly.)
Explanation
Moths have stout, hairy, fat abdomens, while butterflies are slender. Moths are active at night, the antennae differ, and it is the moth that rests with wings spread flat.