Common Quaker vs European Seedcorn Ground Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Quaker | European Seedcorn Ground Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthosia cerasi | Zabrus tenebrioides |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 14-18 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Central Asia |
| 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.
European Seedcorn Ground Beetle
An unusual ground beetle that is herbivorous as an adult, feeding on cereal crops. Larvae are predatory and live in soil burrows.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ground beetles that is a crop pest rather than a beneficial predator.