Mint Leaf Beetle vs Fan-foot Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mint Leaf Beetle | Fan-foot Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina herbacea | Zanclognatha tarsipennalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 26-32 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mint Leaf Beetle
A brilliant metallic green beetle that feeds exclusively on mint plants. Its coppery-green sheen makes it one of the most attractive European leaf beetles.
Did You Know?
It can strip a mint plant bare in days, yet its metallic green colour perfectly matches the leaves it devours.
Fan-foot Moth
A subtle brown moth with fan-shaped palps and delicate wing markings. Found in woodland where dead leaves accumulate. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
The males have distinctive enlarged fan-shaped labial palps that give this moth its common name.