Saunders' Case Moth vs Marbled Minor
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saunders' Case Moth | Marbled Minor |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metura saundersi | Oligia strigilis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Psychidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | Case up to 8 cm long; male moth 1.5-2 cm wingspan | 24-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Saunders' Case Moth
A smaller relative of the large case moth that constructs a tapering case of silk and plant debris. Males are dark, short-lived moths while females remain in their cases.
Did You Know?
Each case is individually crafted and can take over a year to fully construct.
Marbled Minor
A small, cryptically marked moth that is extremely variable in pattern. Part of a complex of similar-looking species that can only be reliably separated by dissection.
Did You Know?
Part of a notoriously difficult species complex where three species look almost identical.