Carpenterworm Moth vs Small Emerald Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carpenterworm Moth | Small Emerald Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prionoxystus robiniae | Hemistola chrysoprasaria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 40–75 mm wingspan | 28-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Carpenterworm Moth
A large North American moth whose larvae bore into the heartwood of oaks, elms, and other hardwoods. It is the most destructive wood-boring moth in eastern forests.
Did You Know?
Larvae create tunnels up to 25 mm wide and take three to four years to complete development.
Small Emerald Moth
A small, delicate moth with uniformly pale green wings and fine white fringe. It is one of the daintiest European emerald moths.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on wild clematis, making it confined to areas where this plant grows.