Seychelles Palm Spider vs Webbing Clothes Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seychelles Palm Spider | Webbing Clothes Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nephila inaurata | Tineola bisselliella |
| Order | Araneae | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nephilidae | Tineidae |
| Size | 30-40 mm body; 120 mm leg span | 6-8 mm body; 12-16 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Underground | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Seychelles, Indian Ocean Islands | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Seychelles Palm Spider
A large golden orb-weaver spider found in the Seychelles with strong yellow silk. Females can have a leg span exceeding 12 cm.
Did You Know?
Its golden silk is so strong that local people have used it to make fishing lures.
Webbing Clothes Moth
A small golden-buff moth whose larvae are the primary insect pest of woolen clothing and textiles. Adults are weak fliers that avoid light, preferring dark closets and drawers.
Did You Know?
Unlike most moths, adults actively avoid light and will run rather than fly when disturbed.