Cabbage Stem Weevil vs Mottled Umber Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Stem Weevil | Mottled Umber Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus pallidactylus | Erannis defoliaria |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cabbage Stem Weevil
A grey weevil that mines inside brassica stems. Larvae tunnel through stems causing weakening. One of several Ceutorhynchus species affecting oilseed rape.
Did You Know?
Larval tunneling weakens plant stems to the point where they may snap in windy conditions.
Mottled Umber Moth
A variably patterned brown moth where males range from pale to almost black. Females are completely wingless and resemble small spiders.
Did You Know?
Wingless females attract mates by releasing pheromones from the trunk of their host tree.