Speckled Yellow vs Pigeon Louse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Speckled Yellow | Pigeon Louse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudopanthera macularia | Pseudolynchia canariensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Hippoboscidae |
| Size | 26-30 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Cosmopolitan - worldwide wherever pigeons occur |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Speckled Yellow
A bright yellow day-flying moth with brown speckles across the wings. It flutters through woodland clearings and along shady lanes.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars feed on wood sage and dead-nettles, pupating in leaf litter over winter.
Pigeon Louse Fly
A flattened, tough-bodied blood-sucking fly found on pigeons and doves worldwide. It has a leathery appearance, strong claws, and wings that allow it to move between bird hosts.
Did You Know?
It is the primary vector of pigeon malaria, a Haemoproteus blood parasite that infects domestic and wild pigeons.