Flame Carpet Moth vs Small Rivulet
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flame Carpet Moth | Small Rivulet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe designata | Perizoma alchemillata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Geometridae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 18-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flame Carpet Moth
A small, attractive geometer moth with pinkish-brown and dark banding creating a flame-like pattern. Associated with cruciferous plants. Comes readily to moth traps.
Did You Know?
The flame-like wing pattern gives this common moth its evocative English name.
Small Rivulet
A delicate small moth found in damp habitats where hemp agrimony grows. The larvae feed inside the flowers. Has subtle grey and white wing markings.
Did You Know?
The larvae develop entirely within hemp agrimony flower heads, emerging only to pupate.