Ear Moth vs European Grapevine Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ear Moth | European Grapevine Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amphipoea oculea | Lobesia botrana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Tortricidae |
| Size | 24-32 mm wingspan | 12-13 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, South America (invasive) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Ear Moth
A small brown moth whose larvae bore inside grass and rush stems. Very variable in appearance. Part of a species complex requiring dissection for certain identification.
Did You Know?
Named for its ear-shaped wing stigma, though the marking is so variable it's often hard to see.
European Grapevine Moth
A small marbled moth with complex grey, brown, and olive patterns on the forewings. It is the most economically important pest of grapes in the Mediterranean region.
Did You Know?
Infested grapes produce wine with measurably higher volatile acidity and off-flavors.