Giant Willow Cossid vs Flame Carpet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Willow Cossid | Flame Carpet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Endoxyla cinereus | Xanthorhoe designata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 150–230 mm wingspan | 24-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Giant Willow Cossid
One of the heaviest moths in the world, native to Australia. Larvae bore into the trunks of eucalyptus and other hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
Female moths can weigh over 30 grams, making them among the heaviest insects in the world.
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.