Hawaiian Happy-face Spider vs Light Emerald
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hawaiian Happy-face Spider | Light Emerald |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Theridion grallator | Campaea margaritaria |
| Order | Araneae | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Theridiidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 5 mm body length | 40-52 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Hawaii | Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Hawaiian Happy-face Spider
A tiny Hawaiian spider with markings on its abdomen that resemble a smiling face. It is endemic to the rainforests of four Hawaiian islands.
Did You Know?
The smiley-face pattern is thought to confuse predators by disrupting recognition of the spider shape.
Light Emerald
A delicate pale green moth with fine white cross-lines that fades to white as it ages. It is one of the most commonly encountered emerald moths at light traps.
Did You Know?
Its green pigment is chemically unstable and bleaches completely in museum specimens within months.