Thistle Lace Bug vs Winter Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thistle Lace Bug | Winter Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tingis cardui | Operophtera brumata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tingidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 25-30 mm wingspan (males) |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Thistle Lace Bug
A small, beautifully structured lace bug found on creeping thistle. Wings have an intricate latticed pattern. Causes yellowing and stippling of thistle leaves.
Did You Know?
The extraordinary wing structure is so delicate and ornate that it inspired Victorian microscopists.
Winter Moth
A cold-hardy moth whose tiny green inchworm caterpillars defoliate fruit and shade trees in early spring. Females are virtually wingless and crawl up tree trunks to lay eggs.
Did You Know?
Sticky bands wrapped around tree trunks in autumn can trap the wingless females and prevent egg-laying.