Cascade Rock Crawler vs Scarlet Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cascade Rock Crawler | Scarlet Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grylloblatta sculleni | Callimorpha dominula |
| Order | Grylloblattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Grylloblattidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm body length | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Caves | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Oregon, Cascade Range | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Cascade Rock Crawler
A rare, eyeless rock crawler found in lava tube caves in the Cascade Range. It is adapted to permanent darkness and cold temperatures.
Did You Know?
It was discovered in a lava tube cave and has greatly reduced eyes.
Scarlet Tiger Moth
A striking day-flying moth with black forewings spotted with white and yellow, and brilliant scarlet hindwings. It played a key role in ecological genetics research.
Did You Know?
E.B. Ford used this species for his pioneering studies on genetic polymorphism and ecological genetics.