Fall Armyworm vs Common Silverfish
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fall Armyworm | Common Silverfish |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spodoptera frugiperda | Lepisma saccharina |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Zygentoma |
| Family | Noctuidae | Lepismatidae |
| Size | 32-40 mm wingspan | 8-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Americas, Africa, Asia, Oceania | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Fall Armyworm
A highly destructive migratory moth whose caterpillars can devastate entire corn and cereal fields in days. It has recently spread from the Americas to Africa and Asia.
Did You Know?
Fall armyworm moths can migrate up to 1,600 km in a single generation carried by wind currents.
Common Silverfish
The most well-known silverfish species, found in homes and buildings worldwide. It has a silvery, torpedo-shaped body covered in fine scales.
Did You Know?
It can survive for over a year without eating.