Light Brown Apple Moth vs Field Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Light Brown Apple Moth | Field Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiphyas postvittana | Blattella vaga |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Tortricidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 16-25 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia (native), New Zealand, Europe, North America (invasive) | Southwestern United States, Mexico |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Light Brown Apple Moth
A small variable brown moth native to Australia that has invaded several continents. It feeds on over 500 plant species, making it an exceptionally polyphagous pest.
Did You Know?
It holds the record for the broadest known host-plant range of any tortricid moth.
Field Cockroach
A small cockroach similar to the German cockroach but with a dark face. It lives outdoors in irrigated areas of the southwestern United States.
Did You Know?
Its dark facial markings are the easiest way to distinguish it from the indoor-dwelling German cockroach.