Peach Twig Borer vs Spotted Flower Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peach Twig Borer | Spotted Flower Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anarsia lineatella | Protaetia morio |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Gelechiidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 12-16 mm wingspan | 15-22mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Heathland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Central Asia | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Peach Twig Borer
A small gray moth whose larvae bore into new shoots and developing fruits of stone fruit trees. It is a key pest in peach and almond orchards.
Did You Know?
Overwintering larvae create small shelters called hibernacula in the crotches of tree branches.
Spotted Flower Chafer
A matt black scarab beetle with scattered white spots on its elytra. It feeds on flowers and ripe fruit in Mediterranean regions.
Did You Know?
Unlike most flower chafers this species has a dark non-metallic coloration which is unusual for the group.