Small Fan-footed Wave vs Brown-tail Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Fan-footed Wave | Brown-tail Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idaea biselata | Euproctis chrysorrhoea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Erebidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 36-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, western Asia (introduced to North America) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Fan-footed Wave
A small, delicate moth with pale buff wings and fine dark cross-lines. Common in deciduous woodland. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
Named for the male's fan-shaped front legs that are displayed during courtship.
Brown-tail Moth
A white moth with a conspicuous brown tuft of hairs at the tip of its abdomen, used to cover its eggs. The caterpillar's hairs are highly irritating and can cause widespread rashes.
Did You Know?
Shed caterpillar hairs can become airborne and cause respiratory distress in people kilometres from the colony.