Pea Moth vs Engrailed Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pea Moth | Engrailed Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia nigricana | Ectropis crepuscularia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 35-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Engrailed Moth
A cryptic grey-brown moth with jagged crosslines and excellent bark-mimicking camouflage. It rests flat against tree trunks during the day.
Did You Know?
It can be confused with several similar species and was only recently separated from Ectropis bistortata.