Pea Moth vs Miami Blue
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pea Moth | Miami Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cydia nigricana | Cyclargus thomasi bethunebakeri |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tortricidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 12-15 mm wingspan | 2-2.5 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
Pea Moth
A small tortrix moth whose larvae feed inside pea pods. A significant pest of commercial and garden peas. Adults fly in June-July when peas are flowering.
Did You Know?
Finding a maggot in your fresh garden peas almost certainly means a pea moth larva has been at work.
Miami Blue
A small blue butterfly once common throughout coastal South Florida. It is now restricted to a few islands in the Florida Keys.
Did You Know?
Hurricane Andrew in 1992 devastated much of its remaining habitat, accelerating its decline.