Ear Moth vs Mexican Striped Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Ear Moth | Mexican Striped Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Amphipoea oculea | Anisomorpha paromalus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 24-32 mm wingspan | 4-7 cm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Mexico |
| 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.
Mexican Striped Walkingstick
A striped walkingstick native to Mexico, closely related to the North American Anisomorpha species. It has faint longitudinal body stripes.
Did You Know?
It is one of only a few Anisomorpha species found outside the continental United States.