Puss Moth vs Malacomorpha Walkingstick
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Puss Moth | Malacomorpha Walkingstick |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerura vinula | Malacomorpha cylindrica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phasmatodea |
| Family | Notodontidae | Pseudophasmatidae |
| Size | 58-80 mm wingspan | 4-7 cm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Cuba, Hispaniola, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Puss Moth
A furry white moth whose caterpillar has whip-like tail filaments and sprays formic acid.
Did You Know?
The caterpillar can shoot a jet of formic acid from a gland behind its head.
Malacomorpha Walkingstick
A cylindrical, smooth-bodied walkingstick from the Caribbean and Central America. It has a distinctive elongated shape without spines or thorns.
Did You Know?
A recent revision of the genus described seven new species, nearly doubling its known diversity.