Large Elm Bark Beetle vs Green Carpet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Elm Bark Beetle | Green Carpet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolytus scolytus | Colostygia pectinataria |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) | Geometridae |
| Size | 3.5–6 mm | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Large Elm Bark Beetle
The principal vector of Dutch elm disease in Europe. Adults feed in twig crotches of healthy elms, transmitting the deadly fungus.
Did You Know?
It was responsible for the near-total loss of mature English elms across the United Kingdom in the 1970s.
Green Carpet Moth
A small moth with bright green forewings crossed by darker green bands. The green color fades to yellowish in older or worn specimens.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few European moths that appears truly green rather than relying on structural coloration.