Lime-speck Pug vs Shaft Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lime-speck Pug | Shaft Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia centaureata | Menopon gallinae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Menoponidae |
| Size | 19-23 mm wingspan | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lime-speck Pug
A small whitish moth with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. One of the most widespread pug moths. Larvae feed on flowers of many plant species.
Did You Know?
One of the most polyphagous pug moths, with larvae recorded on the flowers of over 50 plant families.
Shaft Louse
A fast-moving louse found on the feather shafts of chickens and other poultry. It feeds primarily on feather barbs and can cause significant plumage damage.
Did You Know?
Shaft lice can run so quickly across feathers that they are difficult to catch even with practiced fingers during bird examinations.