Lined Tiger Moth vs Red Poplar Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lined Tiger Moth | Red Poplar Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grammia virgo | Chrysomela populi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Arctiidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 55-75 mm wingspan | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern and Central North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lined Tiger Moth
A boldly patterned moth with black forewings bearing thin cream stripes and bright pinkish-red hindwings with black patches. It is one of the largest North American tiger moths.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it emits a frothy yellow fluid from glands behind its head that contains noxious chemicals.
Red Poplar Leaf Beetle
A shiny red-orange beetle with a black head, commonly found on poplar and willow trees. Larvae release a pungent salicylaldehyde when disturbed.
Did You Know?
Larvae convert compounds from willow leaves into a chemical that smells like almonds to deter predators.