Goat Moth vs Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Goat Moth | Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cossus cossus | Quesada gigas |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cossidae | Cicadidae |
| Size | 68-96 mm wingspan | 55-65 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Goat Moth
A large moth whose caterpillars bore deep into hardwood trees for up to four years.
Did You Know?
Larvae emit a strong goat-like odor from which the moth gets its name.
Eastern Snowy Tree Cricket
One of the largest Neotropical cicadas with a body length exceeding 60 mm. It has greenish transparent wings and a robust body, producing an enormously loud call.
Did You Know?
In Costa Rica and Brazil, it is commonly called 'chicharra' and its deafening chorus marks the transition from dry season to wet season.