Forest Caterpillar Hunter vs August Thorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Forest Caterpillar Hunter | August Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calosoma sycophanta | Ennomos quercinaria |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa; introduced to North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Forest Caterpillar Hunter
A large, brilliant metallic green and gold ground beetle that climbs trees to hunt caterpillars. It was introduced to North America for gypsy moth biocontrol.
Did You Know?
A single beetle can consume over 300 caterpillars during its larval and adult life.
August Thorn
A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.