Codling Moth vs Sonoran Silk Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Codling Moth | Sonoran Silk Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia pomonella | Sphingicampa hubbardi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 50-70 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide (cosmopolitan) | Arizona, Sonoran Desert of Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Codling Moth
A small grey-brown moth whose larvae are the proverbial worm in the apple. It is the most economically important pest of apples worldwide.
Did You Know?
It was one of the first insects to develop resistance to DDT in the 1940s.
Sonoran Silk Moth
A small saturniid moth with warm pinkish-tan wings and minimal patterning. It is adapted to the harsh desert environment of the American Southwest.
Did You Know?
Its cocoon is spun loosely among leaf litter and is uniquely adapted to survive extreme desert heat.