Common Carpet Moth vs Tree Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Carpet Moth | Tree Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epirrhoe alternata | Anacridium melanorhodon |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Acrididae |
| Size | 22-27 mm wingspan | 55-75 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Sahel region, North Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Carpet Moth
A small moth with distinctive dark and light banded forewings creating a chequered pattern. It is double-brooded and flies from May to September.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread geometrid moths, found across three continents.
Tree Locust
A large grey-brown locust with distinctive vertical stripes on its eyes and a rough thorax crest. It roosts in trees and can form small swarms.
Did You Know?
Unlike most locusts that rest on the ground, tree locusts spend most of their time roosting high in trees during the day.