Indianmeal Moth vs Polyphemus Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indianmeal Moth | Polyphemus Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plodia interpunctella | Antheraea polyphemus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pyralidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 16-20 mm wingspan | Wingspan 100-150mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Indianmeal Moth
The most common stored-product moth pest, recognized by its two-toned wings with copper outer halves. Larvae spin silk webbing over food surfaces as they feed.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from a report of it feeding on cornmeal, or 'Indian meal,' not from any connection to India.
Polyphemus Moth
A large tan moth with prominent purple-ringed eyespots on its hindwings. It is named after the cyclops Polyphemus from Greek mythology.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can eat 86000 times its weight in food in the two months before it pupates.