Herald Moth vs Rolled-Wing Stonefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Herald Moth | Rolled-Wing Stonefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scoliopteryx libatrix | Leuctra geniculata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Leuctridae |
| Size | 40-46 mm wingspan | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Herald Moth
A distinctive moth with scalloped wing edges and orange patches that hibernates in caves, cellars, and outbuildings. One of the first moths to be seen each spring. Adults resemble dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Often hibernates in caves alongside bats, and can survive freezing temperatures during winter.
Rolled-Wing Stonefly
A small autumn-emerging stonefly with wings rolled around the body. It is one of the few stoneflies that hatches in late summer and autumn.
Did You Know?
This stonefly has an unusual life cycle, emerging as an adult in autumn rather than the spring emergence typical of most stonefly species.