Jersey Tiger vs Long-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jersey Tiger | Long-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euplagia quadripunctaria | Ectopsocus briggsi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Ectopsocidae |
| Size | Wingspan 42-52mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, North America, Australasia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jersey Tiger
A day-flying moth with striking black and white striped forewings and bright orange hindwings. It gathers in massive aggregations in summer.
Did You Know?
Thousands gather annually in the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes creating one of Europes most spectacular insect events.
Long-winged Barklouse
A widespread bark louse found on tree trunks and dead leaves across Europe and introduced to other continents. It has long narrow wings.
Did You Know?
It has successfully colonized multiple continents through accidental human transport.