Grass Webworm Moth vs Comstock's Net-Winged Midge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grass Webworm Moth | Comstock's Net-Winged Midge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Herpetogramma licarsisalis | Agathon comstocki |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Blephariceridae |
| Size | 20-26 mm wingspan | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Oceania, Africa, South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grass Webworm Moth
A small brownish moth with faint wavy lines across the forewings. Its larvae spin silk webs over grass and can cause serious damage to tropical lawns and pastures.
Did You Know?
Larvae create silken tunnels at the base of grass stems where they hide during the day.
Comstock's Net-Winged Midge
A western North American net-winged midge found on waterfall-splashed rocks. Larvae have a unique caterpillar-like body with sucker discs.
Did You Know?
Larvae inch forward using alternating suction attachment, moving like a caterpillar across wet rock faces.