Spongy moth — size comparison

The spongy moth occurs in Europe and Asia and outside its native range through introduction. Caterpillars eat many trees’ leaves and can cause severe defoliatio

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Wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówScale for the stated dimensions · each animal is labelled

Spongy moth

Lymantria dispar

45 mmAdult male
wingspan

między końcami rozłożonych skrzydeł · bez ogonkówMeasurement: side · approximate projection

The stated dimensions share a scale without a common ground line. Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Measurement comparisonScale in cm
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Spongy mothWingspan45 mm
Bank cardLong edge of the card8.56 cm

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Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Spongy moth — size comparison — facts and sources

The spongy moth occurs in Europe and Asia and outside its native range through introduction. Caterpillars eat many trees’ leaves and can cause severe defoliation during outbreaks.

Males locate females through scent signals. Females leave egg masses in sheltered places, beginning the next generation. Adults do not feed.

Measurement sources