Scalloped Hook-tip vs Kudzu Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Scalloped Hook-tip | Kudzu Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falcaria lacertinaria | Megacopta cribraria |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Drepanidae | Plataspidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm wingspan | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia, Japan | East Asia; invasive in southeastern US |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Scalloped Hook-tip
A small moth with strongly curved wingtips and scalloped wing margins that rests resembling a dead leaf. Its mottled brown and grey colouring completes the disguise.
Did You Know?
The hooked wing tips are unique among moth families and give the Drepanidae their alternative name, hook-tips.
Kudzu Bug
A small, olive-green, globular beetle that feeds on kudzu and soybeans. It was first detected in North America in 2009.
Did You Know?
It emits a strong, unpleasant odor when crushed, similar to stink bugs.