Gum Leaf Skeletoniser vs Isabella Tiger Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Gum Leaf Skeletoniser | Isabella Tiger Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Uraba lugens | Pyrrharctia isabella |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nolidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm wingspan | Wingspan 45-67mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Gum Leaf Skeletoniser
A small moth whose caterpillars are known for retaining their shed head capsules stacked on top of each other, forming a tall 'hat'. The larvae feed gregariously on eucalyptus leaves, skeletonising them.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillar is nicknamed the 'mad hatterpillar' because it wears a tower of old head capsules like a top hat.
Isabella Tiger Moth
A plain orange-yellow moth with scattered black spots. Its caterpillar is the famous woolly bear a fuzzy black and brown banded caterpillar.
Did You Know?
American folklore claims the width of the woolly bear caterpillars brown band predicts the severity of the coming winter.