Platter Ant vs Cecropia Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Platter Ant | Cecropia Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cataulacus intrudens | Hyalophora cecropia |
| Order | Hymenoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Formicidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 3-6 mm | Wingspan 110-160mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | West and Central Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Platter Ant
An arboreal African ant with a heavily armored, flattened body and sculptured cuticle. Workers have a broad, shield-like head that can be used to block nest entrances. They nest in tree holes and have a slow, deliberate gait.
Did You Know?
Their flattened body and strong tarsal grip allow them to resist removal by predators by clamping flat against bark surfaces.
Cecropia Moth
The largest native moth in North America with reddish-brown wings bearing white comma-shaped marks and crescent eyespots. It has a red and white banded body.
Did You Know?
Males can detect a single molecule of female pheromone from up to 11 kilometers away using their enormous feathery antennae.