Saunders' Case Moth vs Peach Twig Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saunders' Case Moth | Peach Twig Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metura saundersi | Anarsia lineatella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Psychidae | Gelechiidae |
| Size | Case up to 8 cm long; male moth 1.5-2 cm wingspan | 12-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | North America, Europe, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
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.