Australian Mantidfly vs Polyphemus Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Mantidfly | Polyphemus Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campion australis | Antheraea polyphemus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Mantispidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 16-24 mm wingspan | Wingspan 100-150mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Mantidfly
An Australian mantidfly found in eucalyptus forests and dry woodland. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly recorded mantidfly species in southeastern Australian light-trap studies.
Polyphemus Moth
A large tan moth with prominent purple-ringed eyespots on its hindwings. It is named after the cyclops Polyphemus from Greek mythology.
Did You Know?
A single caterpillar can eat 86000 times its weight in food in the two months before it pupates.