Lily Thrips vs Scalloped Oak Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lily Thrips | Scalloped Oak Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Liothrips vaneeckei | Crocallis elinguaria |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phlaeothripidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 1.8-2.5 mm | 37-44 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Lily Thrips
A dark, stout thrips that damages lily bulbs in storage and in the field. It feeds between bulb scales causing brown sunken spots.
Did You Know?
Lily thrips can remain hidden deep between bulb scales, making them extremely difficult to detect during inspection.
Scalloped Oak Moth
A warm ochre-yellow moth with a distinctive dark brown band across the forewings. It rests with wings pressed tightly together above its body.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, the caterpillar feeds on many tree species beyond just oak.