Fall Webworm vs Atlas Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fall Webworm | Atlas Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyphantria cunea | Macrotoma palmata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erebidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 25-42 mm wingspan | 40-65 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Fall Webworm
A native North American moth whose caterpillars build communal silk webs on tree branches. It has become invasive in Europe and Asia.
Did You Know?
Unlike tent caterpillars, fall webworm nests enclose the foliage the larvae are feeding on.
Atlas Longhorn
A large prionine beetle from tropical Africa with palmate (comb-like) antennae in males. The body is dark brown with a robust build. Larvae develop in large fallen trunks of savanna trees.
Did You Know?
The elaborate comb-like antennae of males are thought to detect female pheromones with extreme sensitivity.