Japanese Click Beetle vs Lichen Moth of New Zealand
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Click Beetle | Lichen Moth of New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Campsosternus gemma | Declana floccosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Geometridae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Japan, Taiwan, Southern China | Oceania (New Zealand) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Click Beetle
A spectacular metallic green and gold click beetle found in East Asian forests. It is one of the most brilliantly coloured elaterid beetles.
Did You Know?
Its jewel-like metallic colouring has made it one of the most sought-after beetles in insect collections worldwide.
Lichen Moth of New Zealand
A beautifully camouflaged moth endemic to New Zealand that resembles a patch of lichen when resting on bark. Both the wings and body are patterned with greens, greys, and whites that perfectly mimic lichen. It is found in native forests throughout the country.
Did You Know?
This moth's lichen-like camouflage is so convincing that it even has raised scale tufts on its wings that mimic the three-dimensional texture of lichen.