Garden Carpet vs Common Green Capsid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Carpet | Common Green Capsid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe fluctuata | Lygocoris pabulinus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Miridae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Garden Carpet
A very common garden moth with variable grey and white patterning. Double-brooded with adults flying from April to October. Larvae feed on various cruciferous plants including garlic mustard.
Did You Know?
One of the most frequently recorded moths in garden moth traps across Britain.
Common Green Capsid
A bright green mirid bug that is a common pest of fruit trees and currants in Europe. It causes russeting and distortion of developing fruits. The adults are uniformly green and blend well with foliage.
Did You Know?
Damage caused to apple fruitlets in spring results in characteristic corky scars on mature apples, downgrading them from premium sale quality.