Orange-barred Sulphur vs Australian Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Orange-barred Sulphur | Australian Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phoebis philea | Froggattia olivinia |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Tingidae |
| Size | Wingspan 67-80mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, South America | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Orange-barred Sulphur
A large bright yellow butterfly with orange bar markings on the upper forewings. Females are more muted with reddish markings.
Did You Know?
Males patrol large territories and engage in spiraling aerial battles with rivals that can last several minutes.
Australian Lace Bug
A small sap-sucking bug that infests eucalyptus trees, producing unsightly black sooty mould on leaves. It has intricately patterned lace-like wing extensions that give the family its common name.
Did You Know?
Female lace bugs guard their eggs and young nymphs, a rare example of parental care in true bugs.