Pea Moth vs Excavated Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pea Moth | Excavated Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia nigricana | Omalium excavatum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, introduced to North America |
| 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.
Excavated Rove Beetle
A small, brownish omaline rove beetle with distinctive excavations on the pronotum. It frequents decaying vegetation and is particularly associated with compost heaps and grass clippings.
Did You Know?
This species thrives in the heat-generating centers of compost heaps, tolerating temperatures that would be lethal to many other insects.