Flame Carpet Moth vs Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flame Carpet Moth | Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe designata | Corythucha ciliata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tingidae |
| Size | 24-28 mm wingspan | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flame Carpet Moth
A small, attractive geometer moth with pinkish-brown and dark banding creating a flame-like pattern. Associated with cruciferous plants. Comes readily to moth traps.
Did You Know?
The flame-like wing pattern gives this common moth its evocative English name.
Lace Bug
A tiny bug with extraordinary lace-like transparent wing covers that resemble intricate stained glass windows. It feeds on sycamore and plane tree leaves, causing silvery discoloration.
Did You Know?
The delicate lattice-like wing structure of lace bugs is so ornate and regular that it has inspired designs in jewelry, architecture, and 3D-printed materials.