Larger Elm Leaf Beetle vs Isabella Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Larger Elm Leaf Beetle | Isabella Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Monocesta coryli | Pyrrharctia isabella |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm | Wingspan 45-67mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Larger Elm Leaf Beetle
A robust, bright yellowish-orange beetle with darker wing tips that feeds on a variety of deciduous trees. When handled, it can release a blistering chemical secretion.
Did You Know?
Its hemolymph contains cantharidin-like compounds that can cause skin blisters on contact, an unusual defense for a leaf beetle.
Isabella Tiger Moth
A plain orange-yellow moth with scattered black spots. Its caterpillar is the famous woolly bear a fuzzy black and brown banded caterpillar.
Did You Know?
American folklore claims the width of the woolly bear caterpillars brown band predicts the severity of the coming winter.