Cream Wave vs Cardinal Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cream Wave | Cardinal Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scopula floslactata | Pyrochroa coccinea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Pyrochroidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 14-18mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cream Wave
A delicate cream-white moth with subtle cross-lines. Found in deciduous woodland and hedgerows. Larvae feed on dead leaves and withered vegetation.
Did You Know?
One of several 'wave' moths that feed on dead leaves rather than living plant tissue.
Cardinal Beetle
A striking flat beetle with a bright scarlet body and large black eyes. Larvae are predators under bark.
Did You Know?
Named for its bright cardinal-red color that matches the robes of Roman Catholic cardinals.