Common Quaker vs Yellow Mantidfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Quaker | Yellow Mantidfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orthosia cerasi | Leptomantispa pulchella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Mantispidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 14-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Central America, Northern South America |
| 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.
Yellow Mantidfly
A delicate yellow mantidfly found in tropical Central and South America. Its slender build and pale coloring provide camouflage among flowers.
Did You Know?
Its yellow coloring helps it blend in among tropical flowers where it waits to ambush visiting insects.