Australian Mole Cricket vs Nettle-tree Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Mole Cricket | Nettle-tree Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gryllotalpa pluvialis | Libythea celtis |
| Order | Orthoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Gryllotalpidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 30-45 mm | Wingspan 40-50mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe, Asia, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Mole Cricket
A native Australian mole cricket that emerges from the soil in large numbers after heavy rains. It is attracted to lights on warm, wet nights.
Did You Know?
Its species name pluvialis means rain-loving, referring to its habit of mass emergence after heavy downpours.
Nettle-tree Butterfly
A medium butterfly with angular wings and an extremely long snout formed by elongated palps. Its wings are dark brown with orange patches.
Did You Know?
Its elongated palps give it the longest snout of any European butterfly making it instantly recognizable.