Nut Weevil vs Spotted Grass Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nut Weevil | Spotted Grass Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Curculio nucum | Rivula propinqualis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Crambidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 15-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nut Weevil
A small weevil with a slender, downward-curved snout used to bore into hazelnuts. The larva feeds inside the nut before dropping to the ground to pupate.
Did You Know?
A tiny round hole in a hazelnut shell is the exit point of the fully grown larva.
Spotted Grass Moth
A tiny yellowish moth with a distinctive dark spot on each forewing. It is extremely common in damp grassy habitats across eastern North America.
Did You Know?
Despite being one of the most abundant moths in its range, it is so small that most people never notice it.