Actually from the name, already looks different moths and butterflies. But from the shape of the animal, sometimes we will be difficult to distinguish between moth and butterfly because it is almost equal.
According to the expert there are 4 differences between moth and butterfly. a. Butterflies if resting and resting somewhere, will close both wings. While the moth will let its wings open wide, so the width of its wings is visible.
b. Butterflies have long and thin antennae. While the moth antenna is shorter and hairy in comparison with butterflies.
c. Butterflies are more active foraging during the day. While the moth is active at night, sometimes seen in the lights.
d. Most moths will produce silk cocoons, while butterflies usually make a shiny cocoon, but almost equal.