Toadflax Stem Weevil vs Gothic Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toadflax Stem Weevil | Gothic Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mecinus janthinus | Naenia typica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 40-48 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toadflax Stem Weevil
A dark metallic blue-purple weevil that feeds on toadflax species. Successfully used as a biological control agent for invasive Dalmatian toadflax in North America.
Did You Know?
Released in North America as biological control, where it has successfully suppressed invasive Dalmatian toadflax.
Gothic Moth
A dark brown moth with intricate pale crosslines and markings resembling Gothic architecture. It is increasingly scarce across much of its former range.
Did You Know?
Despite being widespread, it has declined by over 80% in parts of northern Europe in recent decades.