Oriental Fruit Moth vs Sleepy Orange
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Fruit Moth | Sleepy Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grapholita molesta | Eurema nicippe |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Pieridae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Wetlands |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide temperate regions | North America, Central 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.
Sleepy Orange
Bright orange butterfly with irregular black borders and a small dark spot on the forewing. Named for a sleepy-eye-shaped mark.
Did You Know?
The name refers to a small mark on the forewing underside that resembles a half-closed eye.