Vapourer Moth vs Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Vapourer Moth | Fleabane Tortoise Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orgyia antiqua | Cassida murraea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan (males only) | 5-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Vapourer Moth
A moth in which males are russet-brown day-fliers while females are completely wingless and never leave their cocoon. Females lay eggs directly on their own pupal case.
Did You Know?
The flightless female produces a powerful pheromone that attracts males from great distances to her cocoon.
Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
A striking red-brown and black tortoise beetle associated with fleabane plants. Has characteristic dark markings on the transparent shield margin. Found in damp habitats.
Did You Know?
The larvae cover themselves with their own excrement and shed skins as a defensive shield.