Banded Barklouse vs Dot Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Barklouse | Dot Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philotarsus picicornis | Melanchra persicariae |
| Order | Psocoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Philotarsidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 38-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Barklouse
A small winged bark louse found on tree trunks throughout Europe. It has distinctively banded antennae.
Did You Know?
It is often the most commonly collected bark louse in European forest surveys.
Dot Moth
A dark bluish-black moth with a conspicuous white kidney-mark on each forewing. Its boldly marked appearance makes it easy to identify at light traps.
Did You Know?
The white dot on its dark wings is so prominent it can be identified from several feet away.