Reed Leopard Moth vs Common Quaker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reed Leopard Moth | Common Quaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phragmataecia castaneae | Orthosia cerasi |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 30–50 mm wingspan | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia, North Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Reed Leopard Moth
A cossid moth whose larvae bore into the stems of common reed and bulrush. It is widespread across European wetlands and reedbeds.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few cossid moths that bores into herbaceous plants rather than woody trees.
Common Quaker
A drab but very common spring moth attracted to sallow blossom. Variable brown coloring. Named 'quaker' for its plain, modest appearance. Larvae feed on many deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Named 'Quaker' because its plain brown appearance was compared to the modest dress of the Quaker community.