Clara's Satin Moth vs Marsh Treader
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clara's Satin Moth | Marsh Treader |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thalaina clara | Hydrometra stagnorum |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Hydrometridae |
| Size | 40-50 mm wingspan | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern Australia, Tasmania | Europe, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clara's Satin Moth
An Australian moth with satiny white wings marked with orange bands. Found in eastern Australia and Tasmania. Caterpillars feed on acacia foliage.
Did You Know?
The satiny sheen of the wings gives this moth an almost luminous quality when seen in Australian bush at night.
Marsh Treader
An extremely slender, stick-like bug with a greatly elongated head. It walks slowly across floating vegetation and water surfaces at pond margins, probing for tiny prey.
Did You Know?
Its elongated head and rostrum give it a bizarre twig-like appearance, providing excellent camouflage among vegetation.