Cobalt Blue Longhorn vs Processionary Caterpillar Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cobalt Blue Longhorn | Processionary Caterpillar Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudomyagrus waterhousei | Ochrogaster lunifer |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Notodontidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 35-45 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Cobalt Blue Longhorn
A vivid metallic blue longhorn beetle native to Australia. It breeds in the wood of wattle trees.
Did You Know?
Its intense blue color makes it highly prized among insect collectors.
Processionary Caterpillar Moth
A moth whose caterpillars are famous for travelling in long, nose-to-tail processions through the Australian bush. The larvae are covered in irritating hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Did You Know?
Processions of caterpillars can stretch for metres and contain hundreds of individuals following a silk trail left by the leader.