Sod Webworm Moth vs Peacock Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sod Webworm Moth | Peacock Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crambus praefectellus | Aglais io |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Crambidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 18-22 mm wingspan | 50-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sod Webworm Moth
A small straw-colored moth that holds its wings tightly rolled around its body at rest, giving it a tubular appearance. Its larvae create silk-lined tunnels in lawn thatch.
Did You Know?
Homeowners often first notice them as small pale moths that flush up in clouds when walking across the lawn at dusk.
Peacock Butterfly
Reddish-brown wings with four large blue and yellow eyespots resembling peacock feathers. Undersides are nearly black, providing camouflage when at rest.
Did You Know?
When threatened, it rapidly opens its wings to flash its eyespots while making a hissing sound.