Malagasy Atlas Moth vs Saw-backed Grouse Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Malagasy Atlas Moth | Saw-backed Grouse Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epiphora bauhiniae | Acridopeza reticulata |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Saturniidae | Tetrigidae |
| Size | 100-140 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madagascar | Eastern Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Malagasy Atlas Moth
A large silk moth with rich chestnut and cream wings bearing translucent triangular windows. The wings have scalloped margins and subtle eyespot markings.
Did You Know?
Its transparent wing windows are thought to confuse predators by breaking up the moth's outline against the sky.
Saw-backed Grouse Locust
An Australian pygmy grasshopper with a distinctly serrated or saw-toothed pronotal keel. It is found in moist forest floor habitats.
Did You Know?
Its serrated pronotum crest is unique among Australian tetrigids and gives it an almost reptilian appearance.