Canary-shouldered Thorn vs Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Canary-shouldered Thorn | Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ennomos alniaria | Tetrix ornata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 35-42 mm wingspan | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, temperate Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Canary-shouldered Thorn
An autumn moth with bright canary-yellow fur on its thorax and warm orange-yellow wings. When at rest with wings raised, it closely resembles a dead birch leaf.
Did You Know?
Its vivid yellow thoracic fur is unique among British geometrid moths and makes it instantly recognisable.
Ornate Pygmy Grasshopper
A tiny, intricately patterned groundhopper found on bare sandy soils in North American prairies and open woodlands. Its flattened, cryptic body blends perfectly with gravel and dry soil surfaces.
Did You Know?
When disturbed it can leap into a short flight that ends with a tumbling landing, making it very hard to track.