Cream Wave vs Washerwoman Christmas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream Wave | Washerwoman Christmas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scopula floslactata | Anoplognathus porosus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream Wave
A delicate cream-white moth with subtle cross-lines. Found in deciduous woodland and hedgerows. Larvae feed on dead leaves and withered vegetation.
Did You Know?
One of several 'wave' moths that feed on dead leaves rather than living plant tissue.
Washerwoman Christmas Beetle
A large tan to brown Christmas beetle with a rough, pitted elytra surface. It is one of the most widespread species in the genus.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the washboard-like texture on its wing covers.