Pea Moth vs Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pea Moth | Bornean Monkey Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia nigricana | Erianthus versicolor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Eumastacidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Borneo |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Pea Moth
A small tortrix moth whose larvae feed inside pea pods. A significant pest of commercial and garden peas. Adults fly in June-July when peas are flowering.
Did You Know?
Finding a maggot in your fresh garden peas almost certainly means a pea moth larva has been at work.
Bornean Monkey Grasshopper
A vividly multicolored monkey grasshopper from Borneo's montane forests with blue, green, red, and yellow markings. It moves slowly through understory foliage with a characteristic swaying walk.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinary rainbow coloration makes it one of the most photographed insects by naturalists visiting Bornean montane forests.