Lackey Moth vs Lime-speck Pug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lackey Moth | Lime-speck Pug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Malacosoma neustria | Eupithecia centaureata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Geometridae |
| Size | Wingspan 30-40mm | 19-23 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lackey Moth
A pale tawny moth whose colorful striped caterpillars spin communal silk tents on trees.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars live together in conspicuous silk tents on trees and march out in processions to feed.
Lime-speck Pug
A small whitish moth with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. One of the most widespread pug moths. Larvae feed on flowers of many plant species.
Did You Know?
One of the most polyphagous pug moths, with larvae recorded on the flowers of over 50 plant families.