Lackey Moth vs Large Case Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lackey Moth | Large Case Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Malacosoma neustria | Metura elongatus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Psychidae |
| Size | Wingspan 30-40mm | Case up to 15 cm long; male moth 2-3 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lackey Moth
A pale tawny moth whose colorful striped caterpillars spin communal silk tents on trees.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars live together in conspicuous silk tents on trees and march out in processions to feed.
Large Case Moth
A bagworm moth whose larva builds a distinctive silk case covered in sticks and leaves. The wingless female never leaves her case, while males are small dark moths.
Did You Know?
The wingless, legless adult female lives and dies inside her larval case after mating.