Large Pale Clothes Moth vs Hawaiian Damselfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Pale Clothes Moth | Hawaiian Damselfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tinea pallescentella | Megalagrion hawaiiense |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Odonata |
| Family | Tineidae | Coenagrionidae |
| Size | 7-11 mm body; 15-22 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Hawaii |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Large Pale Clothes Moth
A pale straw-colored clothes moth that is larger than the common webbing clothes moth. Its larvae prefer coarser animal fibers and are frequently found in old birds' nests.
Did You Know?
It is more commonly associated with roof spaces and bird nests than with clothing in wardrobes.
Hawaiian Damselfly
An endemic Hawaiian damselfly with red or orange coloring found near streams. It breeds in flowing water in native forest streams.
Did You Know?
Hawaii's damselflies evolved to breed in unusual habitats including tree holes and leaf axils.