Variegated Cutworm vs Oak Eggar
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Variegated Cutworm | Oak Eggar |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Peridroma saucia | Lasiocampa quercus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Lasiocampidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 50-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe, North Africa, western Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Variegated Cutworm
A mottled brown moth whose plump soil-dwelling caterpillars cut through stems of seedlings at ground level. It attacks a very wide range of vegetables and field crops.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can cut down several seedlings in one night, often felling far more plants than it actually eats.
Oak Eggar
A robust moth with rich brown wings and a distinctive white spot on each forewing. Males are active fast fliers during the day, while females fly at night.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a female's pheromones from several kilometres away.