Square-spot Rustic vs Mealworm Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Square-spot Rustic | Mealworm Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Xestia xanthographa | Tenebrio molitor |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 32-38 mm wingspan | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Square-spot Rustic
An extremely common autumn-flying moth with a diagnostic square stigma on the forewing. One of the most abundant moths in British gardens. Larvae feed on grasses.
Did You Know?
Often the single most abundant moth species in garden moth traps during September.
Mealworm Beetle
A dull black-brown darkling beetle best known for its larval form, the mealworm. It is commercially raised worldwide as animal feed.
Did You Know?
Mealworms can digest polystyrene foam, offering a potential solution for plastic waste.