Garden Carpet vs Cuban Dagger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Garden Carpet | Cuban Dagger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xanthorhoe fluctuata | Acronicta oblinita |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Cuba, Caribbean, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Cuban Dagger Moth
A moth found in Cuba and North America whose caterpillars bear dense tufts of hair. Adults are grayish with subtle dagger-like markings on the forewings.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar's dense hairs can cause skin irritation if handled.