Square-spot Rustic vs Peafowl Feather Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Square-spot Rustic | Peafowl Feather Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xestia xanthographa | Goniodes pavonis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Philopteridae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | South Asia, Worldwide in captive populations |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Square-spot Rustic
An extremely common autumn-flying moth with a diagnostic square stigma on the forewing. One of the most abundant moths in British gardens. Larvae feed on grasses.
Did You Know?
Often the single most abundant moth species in garden moth traps during September.
Peafowl Feather Louse
A large chewing louse found on peafowl and pheasants. It feeds on feather material and can damage the ornamental plumage of peacocks.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can damage the spectacular tail feathers that peacocks depend on for courtship displays.