Woolly Apple Aphid vs Chinese Character Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Woolly Apple Aphid | Chinese Character Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eriosoma lanigerum | Cilix glaucata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aphididae | Drepanidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 20-25 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan in temperate regions | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Woolly Apple Aphid
An aphid covered in waxy white filaments that forms colonies on apple tree bark and roots. Heavy infestations cause gall-like swellings on branches and roots.
Did You Know?
It alternates between elm trees in spring and apple trees in summer across its complex life cycle.
Chinese Character Moth
A tiny moth whose resting posture perfectly mimics a bird dropping on a leaf. Its white wings bear a central brown blotch that completes the illusion.
Did You Know?
Its bird-dropping disguise is so effective that even experienced entomologists can walk past it without noticing.