Sycamore Moth vs Colorado Potato Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sycamore Moth | Colorado Potato Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acronicta aceris | Leptinotarsa decemlineata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | Wingspan 35-45mm | 6-11 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sycamore Moth
A plain grey moth whose caterpillar is spectacular with white tufts and bright orange and yellow hair patches.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar is one of the most colorful in Europe with dense white hairs and bright orange-yellow tufts.
Colorado Potato Beetle
A major agricultural pest with yellow-orange elytra bearing ten black longitudinal stripes. Has developed resistance to over 50 different insecticides.
Did You Know?
The Colorado potato beetle has evolved resistance to every major class of insecticide, making it one of the most adaptable pests in agricultural history.