Small Emerald Moth vs Oak Leaf Roller Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Emerald Moth | Oak Leaf Roller Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hemistola chrysoprasaria | Archips xylosteana |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tortricidae |
| Size | 28-33 mm wingspan | 18-23 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Emerald Moth
A small, delicate moth with uniformly pale green wings and fine white fringe. It is one of the daintiest European emerald moths.
Did You Know?
It feeds exclusively on wild clematis, making it confined to areas where this plant grows.
Oak Leaf Roller Moth
A medium-sized tortrix with brown patterned forewings showing darker oblique bands. Larvae roll oak leaves into tight tubes secured with silk.
Did You Know?
Each caterpillar constructs multiple leaf rolls during its development, moving to fresh leaves as it grows.