Loblolly Pine Sawfly vs Large Pale Clothes Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Loblolly Pine Sawfly | Large Pale Clothes Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neodiprion taedae linearis | Tinea pallescentella |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Diprionidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 7-11 mm body; 15-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeastern United States | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Loblolly Pine Sawfly
A pine sawfly from the southeastern United States whose yellowish-green larvae feed on the needles of loblolly and other southern pines.
Did You Know?
Young larvae feed only on the outer needle tissue, leaving the central vein intact, giving infested needles a characteristic straw-like appearance.
Large Pale Clothes Moth
A pale straw-colored clothes moth that is larger than the common webbing clothes moth. Its larvae prefer coarser animal fibers and are frequently found in old birds' nests.
Did You Know?
It is more commonly associated with roof spaces and bird nests than with clothing in wardrobes.