Grass Webworm Moth vs Persian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grass Webworm Moth | Persian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Herpetogramma licarsisalis | Lertha sheppardi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 20-26 mm wingspan | 28-36 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia, Oceania, Africa, South America | Iran, Middle East, Central Asia |
| 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.
Persian Spoonwing
A Middle Eastern nemopterid found in arid steppe and desert-margin habitats. Adults have beautifully patterned forewings and long trailing hindwings.
Did You Know?
It emerges in brief spring blooms in the desert, matching its adult life to wildflower availability.