Vampire Moth vs Evergreen Bagworm Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Vampire Moth | Evergreen Bagworm Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calyptra thalictri | Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Psychidae |
| Size | Wingspan 40-50mm | Males 25 mm wingspan; females wingless and legless |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Vampire Moth
A dull grey-brown moth with a uniquely evolved proboscis capable of piercing mammalian skin. Males occasionally drink blood for sodium.
Did You Know?
It is one of the only moths known to drink blood from mammals including humans using its hardened barbed proboscis.
Evergreen Bagworm Moth
A North American bagworm whose larvae construct spindle-shaped bags covered in bits of leaves and twigs. Heavy infestations can completely defoliate and kill ornamental evergreen trees.
Did You Know?
The adult female is so reduced that she is essentially a bag of eggs with no wings, legs, eyes, or functional mouthparts.