Codling Moth vs Wheel Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Codling Moth | Wheel Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia pomonella | Arilus cristatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Reduviidae |
| Size | 14-22 mm wingspan | 28-36 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide (cosmopolitan) | North America |
| 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.
Wheel Bug
The largest assassin bug in North America, named for the distinctive cogwheel-shaped crest on its thorax. It delivers an extremely painful bite if handled.
Did You Know?
Its bite injects cytolytic venom that dissolves tissue, producing pain reported to be worse than a wasp sting lasting for days.