Cabbage Moth vs Golden Target Tortoise Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Moth | Golden Target Tortoise Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mamestra brassicae | Aspidomorpha miliaris |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 34-50mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | South and Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cabbage Moth
A mottled grey-brown moth with kidney-shaped and circular stigmata on the forewings. Its caterpillar is a serious pest of brassica crops worldwide.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can bore deep into a cabbage head contaminating it with frass and making it unmarketable.
Golden Target Tortoise Beetle
A beautiful golden tortoise beetle with concentric dark markings on the elytra resembling a target or bullseye pattern. The expanded margins are translucent and amber-colored.
Did You Know?
Larvae carry a 'fecal fork' or 'caudal process' - a structure on their tail end that holds cast skins and excrement as a parasol-like shield.