Larder Beetle vs White Witch Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larder Beetle | White Witch Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dermestes lardarius | Thysania agrippina |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Dermestidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 6-10 mm | 250-310 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Larder Beetle
A dark brown beetle with a pale band across its elytra, commonly found in stored food products. Larvae are covered in bristly hairs.
Did You Know?
Forensic entomologists use its presence on remains to help estimate time of death.
White Witch Moth
Holds the record for the widest wingspan of any moth or butterfly at up to 310 mm. A nocturnal neotropical species with pale grey-white wings and wavy dark markings.
Did You Know?
With a wingspan up to 31 cm, the white witch moth has the widest wingspan of any living insect — broader than a dinner plate and rivaling small birds in flight.