Lime-speck Pug vs Blackberry Leaf Miner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lime-speck Pug | Blackberry Leaf Miner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia centaureata | Metallus pumilus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 19-23 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Blackberry Leaf Miner
A tiny, dark metallic sawfly whose larvae create blotch mines in blackberry and raspberry leaves. Mined areas turn brown and papery.
Did You Know?
Despite their tiny size, heavy infestations can mine nearly every leaf on a blackberry bush, significantly reducing fruit yield.