Common Quaker vs Asian Tiger Mosquito
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Quaker | Asian Tiger Mosquito |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthosia cerasi | Aedes albopictus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Culicidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 4-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southeast Asia, Americas, Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Quaker
A drab but very common spring moth attracted to sallow blossom. Variable brown coloring. Named 'quaker' for its plain, modest appearance. Larvae feed on many deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Named 'Quaker' because its plain brown appearance was compared to the modest dress of the Quaker community.
Asian Tiger Mosquito
A striking black mosquito with a single white stripe down the thorax and banded legs. It is a highly invasive species spreading rapidly worldwide.
Did You Know?
It spread globally through the used tire trade, breeding in water collected inside tires.