Green Oak Tortrix vs Red Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Green Oak Tortrix | Red Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tortrix viridana | Cethosia biblis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 80-95 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia, North Africa | Southeast Asia (Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Green Oak Tortrix
A small bright green moth with pale hindwings that is the most important oak defoliator in Europe. Outbreak years can turn whole oak canopies brown by June.
Did You Know?
Defoliation by this moth has shaped oak woodland ecology for thousands of years.
Red Lacewing
A large butterfly with brilliant red-orange wings boldly bordered in black and white. The underside features an elaborate network of red, white, and black in a striking lacework pattern.
Did You Know?
The caterpillars are gregarious and covered in branching spines that deliver a mild sting, providing collective defense against predators.