Ear Moth vs Creosote Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ear Moth | Creosote Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amphipoea oculea | Corythucha morrilli |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 24-32 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ear Moth
A small brown moth whose larvae bore inside grass and rush stems. Very variable in appearance. Part of a species complex requiring dissection for certain identification.
Did You Know?
Named for its ear-shaped wing stigma, though the marking is so variable it's often hard to see.
Creosote Lace Bug
A tiny lace bug with delicate, ornately patterned wings found on creosote bushes. It feeds in groups on the underside of leaves.
Did You Know?
Its transparent, lace-like wing extensions may help camouflage it against the sunlit surface of leaves.