Punched Metalmark vs Common Carpet Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Punched Metalmark | Common Carpet Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Adelotypa annulifera | Epirrhoe alternata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 25-32 mm wingspan | 22-27 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Grasslands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South America | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Punched Metalmark
Brown metalmark with distinctive pale-ringed dark spots giving a punched-hole appearance. Active in the forest understory.
Did You Know?
The ring-shaped markings on its wings inspired both its common and scientific names.
Common Carpet Moth
A small moth with distinctive dark and light banded forewings creating a chequered pattern. It is double-brooded and flies from May to September.
Did You Know?
It is one of the most widespread geometrid moths, found across three continents.