Light Brown Apple Moth vs Fulvous Wood Cockroach
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Light Brown Apple Moth | Fulvous Wood Cockroach |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiphyas postvittana | Parcoblatta fulvescens |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Blattodea |
| Family | Tortricidae | Ectobiidae |
| Size | 16-25 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia (native), New Zealand, Europe, North America (invasive) | Southeastern United States |
| 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.
Fulvous Wood Cockroach
A small tawny-colored wood cockroach from the southeastern United States. It is typically found in pine forests and sandy soils.
Did You Know?
Its pale fulvous color provides excellent camouflage against the sandy soils and pine needle beds where it lives.