Oak Eggar vs Pine False Webworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oak Eggar | Pine False Webworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lasiocampa quercus | Acantholyda erythrocephala |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae | Pamphiliidae |
| Size | 50-75 mm wingspan | 10-15 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa, western Asia | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Oak Eggar
A robust moth with rich brown wings and a distinctive white spot on each forewing. Males are active fast fliers during the day, while females fly at night.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a female's pheromones from several kilometres away.
Pine False Webworm
An invasive European sawfly that defoliates pines in North America. Unlike typical sawflies, larvae are solitary and spin silk tubes on branches.
Did You Know?
Larvae feed inside silken tubes spun among the needles, unlike the gregarious feeding of most pine sawflies.