Australian Mantidfly vs Processionary Caterpillar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Mantidfly | Processionary Caterpillar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campion australis | Ochrogaster lunifer |
| Order | Neuroptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Mantispidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 16-24 mm wingspan | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Australia, Oceania |
| 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.
Processionary Caterpillar Moth
A moth whose caterpillars are famous for travelling in long, nose-to-tail processions through the Australian bush. The larvae are covered in irritating hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Did You Know?
Processions of caterpillars can stretch for metres and contain hundreds of individuals following a silk trail left by the leader.