California Web Spinner vs Black Web Spinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | California Web Spinner | Black Web Spinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oligotoma moestum | Oligembia nigricans |
| Order | Embioptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Oligotomidae | Oligotomidae |
| Size | 7.0-10.0 mm | 6.0-9.0 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Asia | Africa, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
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.
Black Web Spinner
A small dark web spinner found in arid regions of the Middle East and North Africa. It builds silk tunnels under rocks in dry environments.
Did You Know?
This species thrives in remarkably dry habitats where few other web spinner species can survive.