Darling Underwing vs Australian Flower Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Darling Underwing | Australian Flower Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catocala cara | Campsomeris tasmaniensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Scoliidae |
| Size | 75-90 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America from Canada to the southeastern United States | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Darling Underwing
A large underwing moth with cryptic gray-brown forewings and striking pinkish-red hindwings banded with black. It is commonly attracted to sugaring baits.
Did You Know?
Its Latin name cara means 'darling' or 'beloved,' referencing the beautiful pink hindwings hidden under its bark-like forewings.
Australian Flower Wasp
A hairy black and orange scoliid wasp endemic to Australia. Males patrol flowers while females dig into soil to parasitize curl grub beetle larvae.
Did You Know?
Males are commonly seen hovering over lawns in large numbers, searching for females emerging from underground.