Cream-spot Tiger Moth vs Light Brown Apple Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream-spot Tiger Moth | Light Brown Apple Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arctia villica | Epiphyas postvittana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Tortricidae |
| Size | 50-65 mm wingspan | 16-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Australia (native), New Zealand, Europe, North America (invasive) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream-spot Tiger Moth
A striking black moth with cream-white spots and orange hindwings with dark patches.
Did You Know?
It clicks its tymbal organs to jam bat echolocation.
Light Brown Apple Moth
A small variable brown moth native to Australia that has invaded several continents. It feeds on over 500 plant species, making it an exceptionally polyphagous pest.
Did You Know?
It holds the record for the broadest known host-plant range of any tortricid moth.