African Map Butterfly vs Saw-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Map Butterfly | Saw-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyrestis camillus | Acridopeza reticulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 45-55 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
African Map Butterfly
A delicate white butterfly with fine dark lines across its wings resembling a map or circuit board. It rests with wings spread flat on leaves.
Did You Know?
Its translucent white wings and fine line pattern make it almost invisible when it rests on pale bark or lichen.
Saw-backed Grouse Locust
An Australian pygmy grasshopper with a distinctly serrated or saw-toothed pronotal keel. It is found in moist forest floor habitats.
Did You Know?
Its serrated pronotum crest is unique among Australian tetrigids and gives it an almost reptilian appearance.