African Web Spinner vs California Web Spinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Web Spinner | California Web Spinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Embia savignyi | Oligotoma moestum |
| Order | Embioptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Embiidae | Oligotomidae |
| Size | 9.0-13.0 mm | 7.0-10.0 mm |
| Habitat | Deserts & Drylands | Gardens |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia | North America, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
African Web Spinner
A medium-sized web spinner found across North Africa and the Middle East. It constructs silk tunnels under stones in semi-arid environments.
Did You Know?
This species is one of the first web spinners ever described, named by the French entomologist Westwood in 1837.
California Web Spinner
A small introduced web spinner now established in California and other warm parts of the United States. It is commonly found in gardens and around buildings.
Did You Know?
This species was accidentally introduced to the Americas and is now one of the few web spinners most North Americans ever encounter.