Square-spot Rustic vs Webbing Clothes Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Square-spot Rustic | Webbing Clothes Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xestia xanthographa | Tineola bisselliella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 6-8 mm body; 12-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Indoors |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide |
| 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.
Webbing Clothes Moth
A small golden-buff moth whose larvae are the primary insect pest of woolen clothing and textiles. Adults are weak fliers that avoid light, preferring dark closets and drawers.
Did You Know?
Unlike most moths, adults actively avoid light and will run rather than fly when disturbed.