Box Tree Moth vs Larder Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Box Tree Moth | Larder Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydalima perspectalis | Dermestes lardarius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Dermestidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 6-10 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Native to East Asia; invasive in Europe and North America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Box Tree Moth
A white moth with iridescent brown wing borders that has become one of Europe's most destructive invasive species. Its caterpillars can completely defoliate ornamental boxwood hedges.
Did You Know?
Since arriving in Europe around 2007, it has devastated centuries-old boxwood gardens across the continent.
Larder Beetle
A dark brown beetle with a pale band across its elytra, commonly found in stored food products. Larvae are covered in bristly hairs.
Did You Know?
Forensic entomologists use its presence on remains to help estimate time of death.