Ash Bark Weevil vs Peach Blossom
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ash Bark Weevil | Peach Blossom |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Magdalis armigera | Thyatira batis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Drepanidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 35-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ash Bark Weevil
A small black weevil that breeds under the bark of ash trees. Larvae create winding galleries in the cambium. Has become more noticed with ash dieback disease.
Did You Know?
Often colonizes ash trees already weakened by ash dieback disease, accelerating their decline.
Peach Blossom
A charming moth with olive-brown forewings adorned with pink and white spots that resemble peach blossoms. Fresh specimens are among the most beautiful of all European moths.
Did You Know?
The pink spots fade to white with age, so only freshly emerged moths display the full peach-blossom pattern.