Oriental Fruit Moth vs Brazilian Skipper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Fruit Moth | Brazilian Skipper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grapholita molesta | Calpodes ethlius |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Wetlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide temperate regions | Southern United States through Central America and South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Oriental Fruit Moth
A small dark moth whose larvae first bore into peach shoot tips, then later generations attack fruits. It is one of the most significant pests of stone fruits worldwide.
Did You Know?
Mating disruption using synthetic pheromones has become the primary control method for this moth in many orchards.
Brazilian Skipper
A robust brown skipper butterfly with translucent white spots on the forewings. Its larvae build leaf shelters on canna lily plants.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars are sometimes called canna leafrollers because they roll and silk-tie canna leaves into tube-shaped shelters.