Oriental Fruit Moth vs Great Orange Tip
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Fruit Moth | Great Orange Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grapholita molesta | Hebomoia glaucippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | Wingspan 75-100mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide temperate regions | Asia, Oceania |
| 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.
Great Orange Tip
The largest pierid butterfly in the world with white wings bearing brilliant orange tips. It has a fast powerful flight.
Did You Know?
Its underwing pattern perfectly mimics a dead leaf providing excellent camouflage when it rests with wings closed.