Small Fan-footed Wave vs Nettle Pug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Fan-footed Wave | Nettle Pug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Idaea biselata | Eupithecia venosata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Geometridae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 20-24 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Small Fan-footed Wave
A small, delicate moth with pale buff wings and fine dark cross-lines. Common in deciduous woodland. Larvae feed on dead leaves on the woodland floor.
Did You Know?
Named for the male's fan-shaped front legs that are displayed during courtship.
Nettle Pug
A small pug moth associated with bladder campion, not nettles despite its name. Larvae feed inside the inflated seed capsules. A rather attractive species.
Did You Know?
Despite being called 'Nettle Pug', it has no association with nettles and feeds entirely on campion.