Heart and Dart vs Cabbage Whitefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Heart and Dart | Cabbage Whitefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrotis exclamationis | Aleyrodes proletella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Aleyrodidae |
| Size | 32-40 mm wingspan | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Heart and Dart
An extremely common brown moth named for the heart and dart-shaped markings on its forewing. It is often the most abundant species in light traps across Europe.
Did You Know?
A single light trap can capture over a thousand individuals in one night during peak emergence.
Cabbage Whitefly
A small white-winged insect that infests brassica crops, weakening plants with sap feeding and honeydew production. Populations have increased dramatically in European cabbage and kale crops.
Did You Know?
Unlike most whiteflies, it thrives outdoors in cool temperate climates rather than in tropical greenhouses.