Giant Willow Cossid vs Pigeon Louse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Willow Cossid | Pigeon Louse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Endoxyla cinereus | Pseudolynchia canariensis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Hippoboscidae |
| Size | 150–230 mm wingspan | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Cosmopolitan - worldwide wherever pigeons occur |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Giant Willow Cossid
One of the heaviest moths in the world, native to Australia. Larvae bore into the trunks of eucalyptus and other hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
Female moths can weigh over 30 grams, making them among the heaviest insects in the world.
Pigeon Louse Fly
A flattened, tough-bodied blood-sucking fly found on pigeons and doves worldwide. It has a leathery appearance, strong claws, and wings that allow it to move between bird hosts.
Did You Know?
It is the primary vector of pigeon malaria, a Haemoproteus blood parasite that infects domestic and wild pigeons.