Cabbage Moth vs Spotted Asparagus Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Moth | Spotted Asparagus Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mamestra brassicae | Crioceris duodecimpunctata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 34-50mm | 6-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Spotted Asparagus Beetle
A reddish-orange beetle with twelve black spots on its elytra. It is a pest of asparagus, with larvae feeding inside the berries.
Did You Know?
Unlike its relative the common asparagus beetle, its larvae feed inside the berries rather than on stems.