Differential Grasshopper vs Lime-speck Pug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Differential Grasshopper | Lime-speck Pug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanoplus differentialis | Eupithecia centaureata |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Acrididae | Geometridae |
| Size | 28-50 mm | 19-23 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Differential Grasshopper
A large spur-throated grasshopper recognized by the herringbone pattern on its hind femora. It is a significant agricultural pest in North America.
Did You Know?
Differential grasshoppers can eat about half their body weight in vegetation each day, causing millions of dollars in crop damage during outbreaks.
Lime-speck Pug
A small whitish moth with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. One of the most widespread pug moths. Larvae feed on flowers of many plant species.
Did You Know?
One of the most polyphagous pug moths, with larvae recorded on the flowers of over 50 plant families.