Common Green Capsid vs Figure of Eight Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Green Capsid | Figure of Eight Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lygocoris pabulinus | Diloba caeruleocephala |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Miridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 35-40 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Green Capsid
A bright green mirid bug that is a common pest of fruit trees and currants in Europe. It causes russeting and distortion of developing fruits. The adults are uniformly green and blend well with foliage.
Did You Know?
Damage caused to apple fruitlets in spring results in characteristic corky scars on mature apples, downgrading them from premium sale quality.
Figure of Eight Moth
Named for the figure-of-eight marking on its grey forewing, this autumn-flying moth is often found at ivy blossom. Its caterpillar is blue-grey with yellow stripes.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few moths that flies and breeds in late autumn when most species have already ended their season.