Eucalyptus Psyllid vs Kentish Glory Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eucalyptus Psyllid | Kentish Glory Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blastopsylla occidentalis | Endromis versicolora |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aphalaridae | Endromidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 55-80 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, Africa, South America, Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Eucalyptus Psyllid
An Australian psyllid that has become invasive in eucalyptus plantations worldwide. Nymphs produce distinctive white lerps on leaves.
Did You Know?
It spread to every continent where eucalyptus is planted within just two decades.
Kentish Glory Moth
A day-flying moth once widespread in England but now extinct there.
Did You Know?
Males detect females from over a kilometer away using feathered antennae.