Paropsine Leaf Beetle vs Douglas-fir Tussock Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Paropsine Leaf Beetle | Douglas-fir Tussock Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paropsis atomaria | Orgyia pseudotsugata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan (males) |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Paropsine Leaf Beetle
A moderately large, dome-shaped beetle with pale brown elytra covered with small dark spots. It is one of the most important eucalyptus defoliators in Australian plantation forestry.
Did You Know?
Larvae are gregarious and feed in groups, stripping entire branches of young eucalyptus trees during outbreaks.
Douglas-fir Tussock Moth
A defoliator of Douglas-fir and true firs in western North America. Outbreaks cause severe defoliation and tree mortality in dry inland forests.
Did You Know?
Females are flightless and lay their eggs directly on their cocoons.