Silken Fungus Beetle vs Common Quaker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silken Fungus Beetle | Common Quaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cryptophagus lycoperdi | Orthosia cerasi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cryptophagidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silken Fungus Beetle
A tiny beetle found inside puffball fungi and in moldy grain stores. Covered in fine silky hairs. Part of a poorly-known beetle family that feeds on fungal spores and molds.
Did You Know?
So tiny and hidden inside puffball fungi that it is almost never seen despite being common.
Common Quaker
A drab but very common spring moth attracted to sallow blossom. Variable brown coloring. Named 'quaker' for its plain, modest appearance. Larvae feed on many deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Named 'Quaker' because its plain brown appearance was compared to the modest dress of the Quaker community.