Red-banded Jezebel vs Gumleaf Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-banded Jezebel | Gumleaf Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delias mysis | Goniaea australasiae |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Acrididae |
| Size | 6-7 cm wingspan | Body 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-banded Jezebel
A tropical butterfly with white upper wings and vivid red bands on the hindwing underside. It is found in the rainforests of northern Queensland.
Did You Know?
Males often gather in large numbers to drink from muddy puddles along creek beds.
Gumleaf Grasshopper
A well-camouflaged grasshopper whose flattened body and brown coloring perfectly mimic a dead eucalyptus leaf. It remains motionless on the forest floor to avoid detection.
Did You Know?
Its leaf-shaped body is one of the most convincing examples of plant mimicry among Australian insects.