Lichen Moth of New Zealand vs Bright-line Brown-eye Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lichen Moth of New Zealand | Bright-line Brown-eye Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Declana floccosa | Lacanobia oleracea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm wingspan | 35-44 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Oceania (New Zealand) | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lichen Moth of New Zealand
A beautifully camouflaged moth endemic to New Zealand that resembles a patch of lichen when resting on bark. Both the wings and body are patterned with greens, greys, and whites that perfectly mimic lichen. It is found in native forests throughout the country.
Did You Know?
This moth's lichen-like camouflage is so convincing that it even has raised scale tufts on its wings that mimic the three-dimensional texture of lichen.
Bright-line Brown-eye Moth
A reddish-brown moth with a prominent white-edged kidney mark and bright white subterminal line. It is a common garden moth across much of Europe.
Did You Know?
It is sometimes called the tomato moth due to its caterpillar's fondness for greenhouse tomatoes.