Buff-tip vs Reunion Day Gecko Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Buff-tip | Reunion Day Gecko Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phalera bucephala | Cratopus murinus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 55-68 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | Reunion Island |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Buff-tip
A moth that mimics a broken birch twig with remarkable precision when at rest. Its silvery-grey wings end in a buff-coloured patch resembling exposed wood.
Did You Know?
Caterpillars feed communally in large groups and can completely defoliate small trees.
Reunion Day Gecko Beetle
A drab brownish weevil endemic to Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. It is a common herbivore found on both native and cultivated plants.
Did You Know?
It occasionally damages fruit crops on Reunion, where it is locally considered a pest.