Processionary Caterpillar Moth vs Southern Snout Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Processionary Caterpillar Moth | Southern Snout Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ochrogaster lunifer | Libytheana carinenta |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Notodontidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 35-45 mm wingspan | 40-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia, Oceania | Southern United States through Central and South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Processionary Caterpillar Moth
A moth whose caterpillars are famous for travelling in long, nose-to-tail processions through the Australian bush. The larvae are covered in irritating hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Did You Know?
Processions of caterpillars can stretch for metres and contain hundreds of individuals following a silk trail left by the leader.
Southern Snout Butterfly
A medium-sized butterfly with an extremely elongated snout formed by its labial palps, giving it a unique beak-like profile. Its angular orange and brown wings resemble dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Spectacular mass migrations of millions of individuals sometimes darken the skies in Texas.